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Keto Crack Chicken Soup

Comforting Keto Crack Chicken Soup for Cozy Evenings

Enjoy a bowl of Keto Crack Chicken Soup, a creamy and comforting low-carb meal perfect for chilly evenings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Soups
Cuisine: American
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Soup Base
  • 8 oz Bacon Can substitute with turkey bacon for a leaner option.
  • 3 cups Rotisserie Chicken, shredded
  • 1 medium Onion Yellow or white recommended.
  • 2 cloves Garlic, minced Fresh is best.
  • 4 cups Chicken Broth Low-sodium preferred.
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese Room temperature for easier mixing.
  • 1 cup Cheddar Cheese, shredded Nutritional yeast can substitute for a dairy-free option.
  • 2 cups Baby Spinach Can substitute with kale.
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Coconut cream is a dairy-free alternative.
For the Seasoning
  • 1 tsp Garlic Powder
  • 1 tsp Onion Powder
  • 1 tsp Dried Dill
  • 1 tsp Dried Chives
  • 1 leaf Bay Leaf Remove before serving.
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper

Equipment

  • Large pot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Cook the bacon in a large pot over medium heat for about 5-7 minutes until crispy, then set aside and keep the fat in the pot.
  2. Sauté the diced onion in the pot for 3-4 minutes until translucent. Stir in the minced garlic and spices, cooking for an additional 1-2 minutes.
  3. Add the chicken broth and bay leaf to the pot, bring to a gentle simmer, then add the shredded chicken and let it warm for 3-4 minutes.
  4. Incorporate the room-temperature cream cheese until melted, then gradually add the cheddar cheese, stirring until fully melted.
  5. Add baby spinach and heavy cream, stir until the spinach wilts, and adjust seasonings. Stir in some crispy bacon and reserve some for garnish.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 27gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 1500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

This soup is make-ahead friendly and freezes well. Room temperature cream cheese prevents lumps and enhances texture.

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