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Crack Chicken Soup Recipe

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Crack Chicken Soup is a creamy, comforting dish loaded with shredded chicken, crispy bacon, fresh vegetables, and a savory ranch flavor. This hearty soup combines tender chicken, cheddar cheese, and creamy ingredients like sour cream and cream cheese, all simmered together for a rich, satisfying meal perfect for any season.

Ingredients

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Meat and Dairy

  • 1 cup bacon, diced
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 4 cups cooked shredded chicken
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 8 ounces cream cheese, cubed
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese, plus more for garnish

Vegetables

  • 1 yellow onion, diced
  • 2 ribs celery, diced
  • 2 large carrots, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 cups baby spinach
  • Green onion, chopped for garnish

Seasonings and Liquids

  • 6 cups chicken broth
  • 1 package dry ranch dressing mix
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 teaspoons parsley

Instructions

  1. Cook the Bacon: Heat a large pot over medium-high heat and cook the diced bacon until crisp. Remove the cooked bacon with a slotted spoon and set aside, leaving the rendered fat in the pot.
  2. Sauté Vegetables: Add unsalted butter, diced onion, celery, and carrots to the pot. Sauté the vegetables until softened, about 5 minutes. Add minced garlic and cook for an additional minute, stirring frequently to prevent burning.
  3. Add Broth and Seasonings: Pour in the chicken broth, then stir in the dry ranch dressing mix, black pepper, and parsley. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
  4. Incorporate Chicken and Creamy Ingredients: Add the shredded cooked chicken, sour cream, cream cheese cubes, and cooked bacon to the pot. Stir continuously to melt the cream cheese evenly into the soup, creating a smooth, creamy base.
  5. Add Cheese and Spinach: Stir in shredded cheddar cheese and baby spinach. Cook until the spinach has wilted and cheese is fully melted, stirring occasionally to combine all flavors.
  6. Serve: Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with additional shredded cheddar cheese and chopped green onions. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as desired before serving.

Notes

  • Use rotisserie chicken or leftover cooked chicken for convenience.
  • The dry ranch dressing mix adds both seasoning and a creamy flavor—do not substitute with wet ranch dressing.
  • For a thicker soup, reduce the amount of chicken broth or add a tablespoon of cornstarch slurry.
  • Spinach can be substituted with kale or other leafy greens if preferred.
  • Leftovers keep well in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheat gently on the stovetop or in the microwave.

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