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Creamy Crack Chicken Soup

Creamy Crack Chicken Soup
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Creamy Crack Chicken Soup is a warm, hearty, and comforting dish combining tender chicken, creamy textures, smoky bacon, and melty cheddar cheese. It’s an easy-to-make, flavorful soup perfect for cozy nights or meal prepping, offering rich, satisfying flavors that become a family favorite.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 2 cups cooked chicken breasts or thighs, shredded or diced
  • 4 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/2 cup bacon bits, cooked and crumbled
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder

Garnishes

  • 2–3 green onions or chives, sliced

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Chicken: Cook chicken breasts or thighs until fully cooked and tender by boiling, baking, or searing. Then shred or dice the chicken into bite-sized pieces.
  2. Create the Creamy Base: In a large pot, combine the chicken broth with cream cheese, garlic powder, and onion powder. Stir gently over medium heat until the cream cheese completely melts and blends into the broth, creating a smooth, velvety texture.
  3. Add Cheese and Bacon: Mix in the shredded cheddar cheese and bacon bits. Continue stirring until the cheddar melts fully into the soup, infusing it with smoky, savory flavor.
  4. Combine Chicken and Simmer: Add the shredded chicken back into the pot. Reduce heat to low and simmer the soup for 10-15 minutes without boiling to let the flavors meld and the soup thicken slightly.
  5. Finish with Fresh Green Onions: Just before serving, stir in the sliced green onions or chives to add brightness and a pop of color that complements the creamy soup.

Notes

  • Use fresh chicken for best texture and flavor.
  • Keep the soup on low simmer to prevent cheese from separating.
  • Shred chicken finely to distribute flavor evenly.
  • Adjust seasoning gradually by tasting as you go.
  • Use sharp cheddar for more pronounced flavor and richness.

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Keywords: creamy chicken soup, crack chicken soup, cheddar chicken soup, bacon chicken soup, comforting soup, easy chicken recipe, gluten free soup

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