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Crack Chicken Soup with Bacon & Cream Cheese

Crack Chicken Soup with Bacon & Cream Cheese
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Crack Chicken Soup with Bacon & Cream Cheese is a cozy, creamy, and flavorful soup made with tender chicken, crispy bacon, rich cream cheese, and sharp cheddar. This hearty and comforting dish is perfect for cold days or anytime you crave a warm, satisfying meal. It’s simple to prepare, quick to make, and easily customizable for different tastes and dietary needs.

Ingredients

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Chicken and Meat

  • 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, diced or shredded
  • 6 slices bacon, cooked crispy and crumbled

Dairy

  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded (or blend of cheddar and other cheese)

Liquids and Broth

  • 4 cups chicken broth

Aromatics and Vegetables

  • 1 medium onion, finely chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced

Seasonings and Herbs

  • Salt, to taste
  • Black pepper, to taste
  • Fresh parsley or thyme, chopped (about 1-2 tbsp)

Instructions

  1. Cook the Bacon: Fry the bacon slices in a pan until they are nice and crisp. Remove the bacon and set aside, keeping the rendered bacon fat in the pan to use for sautéing.
  2. Sauté Onions and Garlic: In the same pan with the bacon fat, add the finely chopped onions and minced garlic. Sauté until the onions are translucent and fragrant, building a savory base for the soup.
  3. Add Chicken and Broth: Add the diced or shredded chicken to the pan. Pour in the chicken broth and allow the mixture to simmer gently, letting the chicken absorb the flavors.
  4. Incorporate Cream Cheese and Cheese: Stir in the softened cream cheese until it melts completely into the broth, creating a creamy base. Then add the shredded cheese, stirring continuously until the soup thickens and becomes cheesy.
  5. Season and Combine: Season the soup with salt, black pepper, and fresh herbs like parsley or thyme. Crumble the reserved crispy bacon back into the soup, stir well, and heat through before serving.

Notes

  • Use room temperature cream cheese to ensure smooth melting without clumps.
  • Keep some bacon bits crispy to add on top as garnish for texture contrast.
  • Shredded chicken soaks up flavors better, making each bite tastier.
  • Simmer the soup slowly on low heat to prevent the cheese from separating.
  • Adjust thickness by adding more broth for thinner soup or more cheese for a richer texture.

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