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Creamy Crack Chicken Soup

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A rich, velvety, and comforting soup featuring shredded chicken, crispy bacon, cream cheese, and cheddar cheese, perfect for cozy nights and family gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb / 450 g), cooked and shredded
  • 6 slices thick-cut bacon, cooked until crispy and chopped
  • 8 oz (225 g) cream cheese, softened
  • 4 cups (960 ml) low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1 cup (240 ml) heavy cream
  • 1 ½ cups (170 g) sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
  • 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • Optional: chopped fresh parsley or chives for garnish

Instructions

  1. Cook the bacon over medium heat in a large pot or skillet until crispy. Remove bacon with a slotted spoon onto a paper towel-lined plate to drain. Leave about 1 tablespoon of bacon fat in the pot.
  2. Add butter to the bacon fat and melt over medium heat. Add chopped onion and cook until translucent and soft, about 4 minutes. Add minced garlic and sauté for another minute until fragrant but not browned.
  3. Sprinkle flour over the onion and garlic mixture, stirring constantly to coat evenly. Cook for 2-3 minutes to remove raw flour taste; mixture will thicken and bubble.
  4. Slowly whisk in chicken broth, ensuring no lumps. Add softened cream cheese in chunks, stirring gently until melted and soup is smooth and creamy.
  5. Bring soup to a gentle simmer and cook for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally until thickened to a velvety consistency.
  6. Stir in shredded chicken and heavy cream. Heat through on low without boiling to prevent curdling.
  7. Add shredded cheddar cheese and cooked bacon pieces, stirring until cheese melts into the soup.
  8. Taste and season with salt and pepper as needed. Garnish with chopped parsley or chives before serving.

Notes

Use softened cream cheese to avoid clumps. Whisk broth in slowly to prevent lumps. Avoid boiling after adding cream to prevent curdling. If soup is too thick, add a splash of broth or cream; if too thin, simmer longer but watch carefully. Save some bacon for garnish. For gluten-free, substitute flour with cornstarch or almond flour. For dairy-free, use coconut cream and dairy-free cream cheese and cheese alternatives.

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