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Instant Pot Jalapeno Popper Soup

Jamerrill Stewart
Your large family won't get enough of this Instant Pot Jalapeno Popper Soup. It'll become a family favorite in no time. This is also a low carb, gluten free, and sugar free recipe!
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes

Ingredients
  

  • 3 pounds chicken breast cubed
  • ½ cup 1 stick butter
  • 1 onion diced
  • 2 tablespoons taco seasoning blend
  • 6 to 8 jalapenos seeded, stems/membranes removed, and sliced
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 1 8 ounce package cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cups shredded medium cheddar cheese
  • 2 cups shredded monterey jack cheese
  • 1 ½ cup heavy cream

Instructions
 

  • Instructions for the Instant Pot
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  • If not using taco seasoning blend, mix together dry seasonings together.
  • Set the pressure cooker to “saute” until hot. In small batches, brown the chicken and onions in butter. Set aside and keep warm.
  • When all of the chicken is browned, deglaze the bottom of the pressure cooker by adding the chicken broth and scraping the bottom with a wooden spoon.
  • Return the chicken and onions to the electric pressure cooker and add garlic, seasonings, and jalapeno. Stir together.
  • Close and set the valve to sealing. Set the pressure cooker to manual or pressure cook for 3 minutes. After the cycle, allow a natural release for at least 5 minutes.
  • Stir in the remaining ingredients until the cheese is melted and smooth.
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For the slow cooker:

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  • In a large skillet, brown the chicken on all sides before adding to the slow cooker.
  • Prepare the slow cooker crock with non-stick cooking spray. Add the chicken, onions, jalapenos, garlic, and dry seasoning. 
  • Reduce the chicken broth to 3 ½ cups. Pour over chicken.
  • Cover and cook on low for 5 to 6 hours. 
  • Prior to servings, stir in the cheeses and heavy whipping cream until melted and smooth.

Notes

If taco seasoning blend is not available, use these seasonings as a substitute:
1 tablespoon chili powder
2 teaspoons cumin
2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon black pepper
½ teaspoon dried oregano
½ teaspoon paprika