Creamy Keto Crack Chicken Soup in 25 Minutes

Chicken simmers in broth before cream cheese, heavy cream, bacon and cheddar turn it into a bowl of keto creamy chicken soup. This delightful dish is a perfect blend of flavors and textures, and makes 6 servings.

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Soften the cream cheese before cooking

Slice the green onions for the garnish and measure the seasonings before heating the pot. Softened cream cheese is easier to mix into the hot broth. A large pot or Dutch oven holds the chicken and the creamy base.

Ingredients for the soup

These are the ingredients you’ll need to make this delightful dish:

• 1 lb boneless, skinless Chicken Breasts
• 4 cups chicken broth
• 8 oz cream cheese, softened
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 1/2 cup cooked bacon, crumbled
• 1/2 cup heavy cream
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp onion powder
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/4 cup sliced green onions for garnish

Simmer, shred and stir in the cheeses

Cook the chicken in broth

Combine the chicken breasts and broth in a large pot. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce to a simmer. Cook for 15 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through. Check with a meat thermometer; the internal temperature should reach 165°F (75°C).

Shred the chicken

Remove the chicken from the pot and shred it with two forks. Set it aside while you finish the base for this keto creamy chicken soup.

Melt the cream cheese into the broth

Add the softened cream cheese, heavy cream, garlic powder, onion powder, salt and black pepper to the same pot. Stir until the cream cheese is fully melted and incorporated.

Return the chicken and finish

Add the shredded chicken, crumbled cooked bacon and shredded cheddar. Stir until the cheddar melts and the soup is creamy. Serve hot, garnished with sliced green onions.

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Add heat or vegetables

A teaspoon of smoked paprika or a splash of hot sauce adds flavor to Keto Crack Chicken Soup. Diced jalapeños can change the flavor profile and give your soup a delightful kick.

You can add chopped spinach or zucchini during the last few minutes of cooking. Cooked rotisserie chicken is another option for delicious recipes like this keto creamy chicken soup.

For a different creamy variation, coconut cream and nutritional yeast provide richness and a cheesy flavor.

Serve with salad or vegetables

A salad of mixed greens, cherry tomatoes and cucumbers with olive oil dressing offers contrast to the creamy soup. These sides complement the flavors of the soup but also keep your meal balanced and satisfying.

Serve the soup over Cauliflower Rice or zucchini noodles for a heartier meal. Sparkling water with lemon or herbal tea can accompany this Creamy Keto Crack Chicken Soup recipe .

Portion and refrigerate leftovers

Let the soup cool completely before transferring it to an airtight container. Refrigerate for up to 4 days. You can divide it into portions for lunches or dinners, then reheat before serving.

For delicious keto recipes , you can keep this Keto Crack Chicken Soup recipe in your meal rotation. Chop the green onions separately and add them when serving.

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