Description
Low Carb Crack Chicken Soup is a savory, creamy keto-friendly soup combining tender shredded chicken, melted cheese, crispy bacon, and fresh vegetables. Perfect for cozy nights and quick weeknight dinners, this soup is a hearty, low-carb comfort food that satisfies without compromising your diet goals.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs cooked shredded chicken (preferably from a rotisserie or slow cooker)
- 4 cups chicken broth (homemade or store-bought)
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 packet ranch seasoning mix (or homemade ranch seasoning)
- 1 cup celery, chopped
- 1 cup cooked bacon bits (optional)
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Start with cooked shredded chicken, seasoned with salt, pepper, and garlic. Set aside.
- Add the shredded chicken, chicken broth, softened cream cheese, ranch seasoning, celery, garlic powder, salt, and pepper into your slow cooker. Stir well to combine and ensure the cream cheese melts evenly.
- Set your slow cooker to low and cook for 4 hours, stirring occasionally. The soup will thicken and flavors will meld.
- About 15 minutes before serving, stir in shredded cheddar cheese and bacon bits, allowing the cheese to melt completely.
- Serve hot, garnished with chopped parsley, and enjoy with your favorite keto-friendly sides.
Notes
- Use full-fat cream cheese and cheese for a creamier texture.
- Adjust the seasonings to taste, adding more garlic or herbs if desired.
- This soup freezes well; store in airtight containers for up to 3 months.
- Warm thoroughly before serving and consider topping with additional herbs or crispy bacon.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 hours
- Category: Soup
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (about 1.5 cups)
- Calories: 370 Kcal
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 890mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 110mg