Ingredients
– 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
– 1/2 chopped onion
– 8 ounces cream cheese at room temperature
– 2 teaspoons minced garlic
– 4 cups chicken broth
– 4 cups spinach leaves
– 4 cups shredded chicken
– 1/2 teaspoon dried dill
– 1/3 cup chopped bacon
– 1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
– 4 cups shredded chicken for protein
– 8 ounces cream cheese for dairy component
– 4 cups chicken broth for broth base
Instructions
1-First, melt 2 tablespoons of unsalted butter in a large pot over medium heat, then add 1/2 chopped onion and sautΓ© until soft, about 3-4 minutes.
2-Next, stir in 2 teaspoons of minced garlic and cook until fragrant.
3-Add 8 ounces of cream cheese, stirring until itβs fully melted into the mixture for that signature creaminess.
4-Once the cream cheese is incorporated, slowly whisk in 4 cups of chicken broth to create a smooth base.
5-Season with salt, pepper, and 1/2 teaspoon of dried dill to enhance the flavors.
6-Add 4 cups of spinach leaves and simmer until they wilt, then mix in 4 cups of shredded chicken and let it simmer for 10 minutes to blend everything together.
7-Finishing Touches Finally, stir in 1/2 cup of heavy whipping cream and 1/3 cup of chopped bacon, then simmer for an additional 5 minutes. Serve your soup hot, topped with chopped green onions for a fresh kick. This easy keto chicken soup with cream cheese is ready in about 35 minutes total and yields 6 servings, making it great for family meals or meal prep.
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π Use pre-cooked shredded chicken and prepared bacon to speed up cooking time.
π₯ For a different texture, add low-carb noodles or cauliflower rice if desired.
π§ This soup stores well in the refrigerator and is perfect for meal prepping.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: SautΓ©ing, Simmering
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Keto
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 425 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 32 g
- Saturated Fat: 18 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 7 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 110 mg
