Chicken Bacon Ranch Soup

Here’s a rich, comforting Chicken Bacon Ranch Soup recipe 🥣🥓 — creamy, filling, and perfect for cool days.

Chicken Bacon Ranch Soup

Ingredients

• 6 slices bacon, chopped

• 1 lb chicken breast or thighs, cooked and shredded

• 1 tbsp butter (optional)

• 1 small onion, diced

• 3 cloves garlic, minced

• 3 cups chicken broth

• 2 cups milk or half-and-half

• 1 cup heavy cream (for extra richness)

• 1 packet ranch seasoning (or homemade)

• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

• Salt & black pepper to taste

• Optional: potatoes, corn, or broccoli

Instructions

1. Cook bacon

   • In a large pot, cook bacon until crispy.

   • Remove bacon and set aside; leave about 1–2 tbsp bacon grease in the pot.

2. Sauté aromatics

   • Add onion to the pot and cook until soft.

   • Add garlic and cook 30 seconds.

3. Build the soup

   • Add chicken broth and ranch seasoning.

   • Stir in cooked shredded chicken (and potatoes if using).

4. Simmer

   • Simmer 10–15 minutes (until potatoes are tender, if added).

5. Make it creamy

   • Stir in milk, cream, and cheese.

   • Heat gently—do not boil.

6. Finish

   • Add crispy bacon, season with salt & pepper.

Serving Ideas

• Top with extra cheese, green onions, or bacon

• Serve with crusty bread or biscuits

• Great as a meal prep soup

Tips & Variations

• Slow cooker: Add everything except dairy; cook LOW 6 hours, then stir in cream & cheese

• Lighter version: Use milk + Greek yogurt instead of heavy cream

• Keto-friendly: Skip potatoes and corn

If you want, I can also provide:

• A crock pot version

• A dump-and-go recipe

• A low-carb or high-protein option