Description
Crack Chicken Soup is the ultimate comfort food, combining tender chicken, creamy broth, and a burst of ranch flavor. This hearty soup warms you from the inside out—perfect for chilly nights or family gatherings. With minimal prep and simple ingredients, you can indulge in this delightful dish any day of the week.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 packet ranch dressing mix
- 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 carrots (sliced)
- 2 celery stalks (chopped)
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by chopping vegetables and cutting chicken into bite-sized pieces.
- In a large pot over medium heat, sauté chopped celery and carrots in olive oil until soft (about 5 minutes).
- Add diced chicken and chicken broth; bring to a boil while stirring occasionally.
- Reduce heat to low; gradually stir in softened cream cheese until melted.
- Mix in ranch seasoning until fully incorporated.
- Serve hot, topped with shredded cheddar cheese and accompanied by crusty bread.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: Feel free to add extra vegetables like potatoes or spinach for added nutrition. For a lighter version, use low-fat cream cheese and lean chicken breast. This soup can be made in advance and stored in the refrigerator for up to three days or frozen for up to three months.