Bacon Beer Cheese Soup With Chicken Recipe

Name: Bacon Beer Cheese Soup With Chicken
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 6 slices thick cut bacon; 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breast; 1/4 cup butter; 1/4 cup flour; 2 teaspoons garlic powder; 2 teaspoons ground chile de arbol (or cayenne pepper; to taste); 1 teaspoon smoked paprika; 1 teaspoon kosher salt; 1 teaspoon pepper; 1 cup beer, Belgian style wheat beer (Blue Moon); 1 cup chicken broth; 2 cups half and half; 8 ounces mild cheddar cheese, shredded; 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce; chives; croutons

Servings: persons

6 slices thick cut bacon
1 pound boneless skinless chicken breast
1/4 cup butter
1/4 cup flour
2 teaspoons garlic powder
2 teaspoons ground chile de arbol (or cayenne pepper; to taste)
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1 teaspoon pepper
1 cup beer, Belgian style wheat beer (Blue Moon)
1 cup chicken broth
2 cups half and half
8 ounces mild cheddar cheese, shredded
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
chives
croutons

1
Warm an 8 cup pot over high heat. Using clean scissors; cut bacon into pot. Cook bacon until lightly crisp, stirring occasionally.
2
Meanwhile, cut chicken into bite size pieces.
3
Remove bacon from pan and place on a plate. Add chicken into bacon grease to cook. Stir occasionally until chicken is cooked through. Remove chicken onto plate with bacon.
4
Cut butter into 1 tablespoon pieces and add to pan drippings. Whisk in flour and spices. Add beer, broth and half & half. Whisk to combine and bring to a bubble. Add cheese whisk to combine, stir until you have a smooth mixture. Add Worcestershire sauce, chicken and bacon. Stir to combine.
5
Allow to simmer until ready to serve, stirring occasionally.
6
Garnish with chives and croutons. Enjoy!

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 6 slices thick cut bacon, 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breast, 1/4 cup butter, 1/4 cup flour, and more.

Yes, Bacon Beer Cheese Soup With Chicken falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Bacon Beer Cheese Soup With Chicken

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