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Creamy Crack Chicken Soup

Creamy Crack Chicken Soup
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Creamy Crack Chicken Soup is a rich, comforting, and cheesy soup featuring tender chicken, smoky bacon, and a creamy base made with cream cheese, cheddar, and sour cream. Perfect for chilly days or anytime you need a cozy, heartwarming meal, this soup is easy to make, customizable, and ideal for meal prepping.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 2 cups cooked chicken breast, diced or shredded
  • 4 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
  • 4 strips bacon
  • 4 cups chicken broth (gluten-free if needed)
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 3 green onions, chopped
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Cook the Bacon: Cook bacon strips in a large pot over medium heat until crispy. Remove the bacon, crumble it, and set aside. Leave bacon drippings in the pot for added flavor.
  2. Prepare the Chicken: Add diced chicken breast to the bacon fat in the pot and sauté until cooked through and lightly browned, locking in moisture and adding mild crispness.
  3. Build the Creamy Base: Lower heat and stir in the softened cream cheese, chicken broth, sour cream, garlic powder, and onion powder. Whisk continuously until the cream cheese melts and the soup base is smooth and creamy.
  4. Add Cheddar and Seasonings: Stir in shredded cheddar cheese until fully melted and combined. Season with salt and pepper to enhance the rich flavor.
  5. Finish and Garnish: Return crumbled bacon to the pot and sprinkle chopped green onions on top. Give a gentle stir and serve hot for ultimate comfort.

Notes

  • Use room temperature cream cheese for faster melting and smoother texture.
  • Simmer gently to avoid boiling after adding dairy to prevent curdling.
  • Shred chicken instead of dicing for a different texture if preferred.
  • Reserve bacon grease to sauté chicken and vegetables for extra smoky flavor.
  • Add fresh herbs like parsley or chives at the end for bright color and aroma.

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Keywords: creamy chicken soup, crack chicken soup, cheesy chicken soup, comforting soup, bacon chicken soup, easy chicken soup, gluten-free soup

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