Description
Spicy Jalapeño Popper Soup with Grilled Cheese Dippers is a delightful twist on classic comfort food. This creamy, cheesy soup bursts with bold jalapeño flavor, making it perfect for cozy gatherings or quiet evenings at home. The addition of crispy grilled cheese strips for dipping elevates the experience, ensuring every bite is satisfying and delicious. Easy to make and customizable to your heat preference, this dish will impress family and friends alike with its hearty flavors and textures.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 2 cups whole milk or heavy cream
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 4–5 jalapeños, chopped (seeds and membranes removed)
- 1/2 cup cooked, diced chicken or suitable protein
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 4 slices of bread (your choice of white, whole wheat, or sourdough)
- 4 tablespoons butter, softened
- 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- Fresh cilantro or green onions for garnish
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, melt the butter. Add diced onion and minced garlic; cook until soft.
- Pour in chicken broth and milk; stir well and bring to a simmer for 5-7 minutes.
- Gradually mix in shredded cheeses until melted and creamy.
- Incorporate chopped jalapeños and cooked chicken; season with salt and pepper.
- For grilled cheese dippers, butter one side of bread slices, grill until golden brown with cheese in between.
- Serve soup hot, garnished with cilantro or green onions alongside grilled cheese dippers.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 70mg