Creamy Crack Chicken Soup
Creamy Crack Chicken Soup is a rich and comforting dish combining tender shredded chicken, creamy cheeses, and zesty ranch seasoning in a flavorful chicken broth base. This hearty soup is perfect for chilly days and easy to prepare in just a few simple steps.
- Author: Elias
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Soup
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Lactose
Soup Base
- 6 cups chicken broth
- 1 package (1 oz) ranch seasoning mix
Chicken & Cheese
- 2 cups cooked shredded chicken
- 8 oz cream cheese
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Garnish & Seasoning
- 1/2 cup green onions, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Prepare the broth: In a large pot, combine the chicken broth and ranch seasoning mix. Heat the mixture over medium heat and bring it to a gentle simmer, allowing the flavors to meld together.
- Add chicken and cream cheese: Stir in the cooked shredded chicken and cream cheese. Continue stirring until the cream cheese has melted completely and is fully incorporated into the soup, creating a smooth, creamy texture.
- Incorporate cheddar cheese and green onions: Add the shredded cheddar cheese and chopped green onions to the pot. Stir until the cheddar cheese is melted and evenly distributed throughout the soup.
- Season and serve: Taste the soup and season with salt and pepper according to your preference. Serve hot for a comforting and flavorful meal.
Notes
- For extra richness, add a splash of heavy cream or half-and-half.
- You can substitute cooked rotisserie chicken if short on time.
- To make it spicier, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or red pepper flakes.
- For a lower-fat version, use reduced-fat cream cheese and cheddar cheese.
- This soup freezes well; store leftovers in airtight containers for up to 3 months.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approx. 245g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0.2g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: Creamy Crack Chicken Soup, Cream Cheese Soup, Easy Chicken Soup, Ranch Seasoning Soup, Cheddar Cheese Soup