Creamy Crack Chicken Soup is a rich and comforting dish that combines tender chicken, crispy bacon, and a creamy, cheesy broth. Infused with ranch seasoning, this soup offers a delightful blend of flavors that make it irresistibly delicious. Perfect for cozy evenings or feeding a crowd, it's a hearty meal that satisfies the soul.

Full Recipe:

Ingredients 

• 4 slices bacon, diced

• 1 tablespoon butter

• 1 small yellow onion, diced

• 3 cloves garlic, minced

• 4 to 6 cups low-sodium chicken broth

• ½ teaspoon garlic powder

• ½ teaspoon onion powder

• ½ teaspoon dried dill weed

• ½ teaspoon dried chives

• Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

• 1 bay leaf

• 4 cups cooked shredded chicken (rotisserie or cooked breasts)

• 8 ounces cream cheese, softened

• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

• 3 to 4 cups baby spinach

• ¼ cup heavy cream

• Sliced green scallions, for garnish

  Directions

1. Cook the Bacon: In a large pot or Dutch oven, cook the diced bacon over medium heat until crispy, about 5–7 minutes. Remove with a slotted spoon and set aside on paper towels. Leave a small amount of bacon grease in the pot for added flavor.

2. Sauté Aromatics: Add butter to the pot. Once melted, add the diced onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Add minced garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds until fragrant.

3. Add Broth and Seasonings: Pour in the chicken broth and add garlic powder, onion powder, dried dill, dried chives, salt, pepper, and bay leaf. Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook for 5 minutes.

4. Incorporate Chicken: Add the shredded chicken to the pot and cook for another 5 minutes until heated through.

5. Melt Cream Cheese: Stir in the softened cream cheese until fully melted and incorporated into the broth.

6. Add Cheddar and Spinach: Mix in the shredded cheddar cheese and chopped spinach. Cook until the cheese is melted and the spinach is wilted, about 2–3 minutes.

7. Finish with Cream: Stir in the heavy cream to achieve a rich and creamy texture.

8. Serve: Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with crispy bacon bits and sliced green scallions. Serve hot and enjoy!

Nutritional Information (Per Serving)

• Calories: Approximately 340 kcal

• Protein: 20g

• Carbohydrates: 5g

• Fat: 27g

• Saturated Fat: 12g

• Cholesterol: 65mg

• Sodium: 800mg

• Potassium: 400mg

• Fiber: 1g

• Sugar: 2g

• Vitamin A: 500 IU

• Vitamin C: 10mg

• Calcium: 150mg

• Iron: 2mg