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Creamy Crac Chicken Soup

Creamy Crack Chicken Soup That Warms Your Soul

This Creamy Crack Chicken Soup is a comforting bowl of goodness, perfect for chilly evenings and satisfying cravings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Soups
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Soup Base
  • 4 cups Chicken Broth opt for low-sodium
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream or half-and-half
  • 2 tablespoons Butter can be omitted
For Flavor
  • 1 medium Onion (diced) or shallots
  • 3 cloves Garlic (minced) fresh is best
  • 1 packet Ranch Seasoning Mix homemade variations can be used
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder optional if using fresh onion
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder for extra flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Thyme or Italian seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika smoked paprika can deepen flavor
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper adjust to taste
For the Creamy Finish
  • 1 cup Cheddar Cheese (shredded) Monterey Jack is a suitable swap
  • 8 ounces Cream Cheese try reduced-fat options if desired
For the Crunch
  • 6 slices Cooked Bacon (crumbled) or turkey bacon
  • 1/4 cup Green Onions (chopped) for garnish

Equipment

  • large pot

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. In a large pot over medium heat, cook the crumbled bacon until crispy, about 5–7 minutes.
  2. Remove the bacon and leave the grease in the pot. Set bacon aside on a plate lined with paper towels.
  3. In the same pot with the bacon grease, add diced onion and sauté for 3–4 minutes until translucent.
  4. Add minced garlic and cook for an additional 1–2 minutes until fragrant.
  5. Pour in the chicken broth, stirring to combine, and bring to a gentle simmer for 3–5 minutes.
  6. Slowly stir in the heavy cream, returning to a simmer; this should take around 2 minutes.
  7. Add shredded cooked chicken, ranch seasoning mix, onion powder, garlic powder, thyme, paprika, and black pepper; let simmer for 5–10 minutes.
  8. Stir in the butter, cheddar, and cream cheese until melted and creamy.
  9. Fold in the crumbled bacon and adjust seasoning as needed.
  10. Stir in the chopped green onions just before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 21gFat: 26gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3–4 days; freeze for up to 3 months.

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