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A steaming bowl of creamy chicken soup topped with crispy bacon crumbles, melted cheese, and fresh herbs. The soup has a smooth, thick texture with bits of tender shredded chicken visible. The bowl is white, placed on a rustic wooden table with a spoon beside it, and garnished with chopped green onions and shredded cheese, creating an inviting and hearty presentation.

Creamy Slow Cooker Chicken Soup with Bacon and Cheese

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A rich, creamy chicken soup cooked slowly to develop deep flavors, topped with crispy bacon and melted cheese for a satisfying meal.

  • Total Time: 4 hours 10 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings

Ingredients

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  • 2 lbs cooked and shredded chicken breast
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 6 slices cooked bacon, crumbled
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Chopped green onions and shredded cheese for garnish

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a slow cooker on Sauté setting. Add chopped onion and cook until translucent, about 5 minutes.
  2. Add garlic and cook for another minute.
  3. Pour in chicken broth and add shredded chicken, cream cheese, and heavy cream. Stir until well combined.
  4. Cook on low for 4-6 hours, stirring occasionally, until the soup is hot and creamy.
  5. About 15 minutes before serving, stir in shredded cheddar cheese and crumbled bacon.
  6. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  7. Serve hot, garnished with chopped green onions and extra shredded cheese.

Notes

  • For a thicker soup, blend a portion of the soup before adding cheese and bacon.
  • Use cooked, shredded rotisserie chicken for quicker preparation.
  • Adjust the cheese amount for desired creaminess.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 4-6 hours
  • Method: Slow cooker
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Comfort-food

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl (about 350g)
  • Calories: 430 Kcal
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 1020mg
  • Fat: 30g
  • Saturated Fat: 15g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12g
  • Trans Fat: 1g
  • Carbohydrates: 8g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 36g
  • Cholesterol: 125mg

Find it online: https://spoonella.com/creamy-slow-cooker-chicken-soup-with-bacon-and-cheese/