Description
A warm bowl of Cheesy Ranch Soup is the ultimate comfort meal, perfect for cozy family dinners or gatherings with friends. This rich and creamy chicken soup combines savory Turkey Bacon, cheddar cheese, and zesty ranch seasonings, all beautifully finished with fresh spinach. Ready in just 25 minutes, it’s a quick, satisfying dish that everyone will love. Whether you’re meal prepping for the week or serving a crowd, this versatile recipe makes it easy to enjoy hearty flavors without the fuss.
Ingredients
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- 4 slices Turkey Bacon
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 small yellow onion
- 3 cloves garlic
- 4 to 6 cups low sodium chicken broth
- 4 cups cooked shredded chicken
- 8 ounces cream cheese
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 3 to 4 cups baby spinach
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a Dutch Oven, cook diced Turkey Bacon until crispy; remove and set aside.
- Melt butter in the same pot over medium-high heat; sauté diced onion and minced garlic until fragrant.
- Pour in chicken broth and add seasonings; bring to a boil, then simmer for 5 minutes.
- Add shredded chicken and cook for another 5 minutes; whisk in cream cheese until melted, followed by cheddar cheese.
- Stir in spinach and heavy cream; cook until spinach wilts.
- Serve hot topped with crispy bacon and sliced scallions.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider using leftover rotisserie chicken or experimenting with different greens like kale. Adjust seasoning as desired based on personal preference.