Keto Green Chile Cauliflower Soup
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 371kcal
Ingredients
- 4 slices sugar-free thick cut bacon , diced
- 1 large head cauliflower , chopped
- 3½ cups gluten-free chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- Kosher or fine sea salt
- 4 ounces full-fat cream cheese , cut into cubes
- 1 cup grated sharp cheddar cheese , plus more for serving
- ½ cup heavy cream
- 2 (4-ounce) cans Hatch Diced Green Chilies, mild or hot
- 4 green onions , thinly sliced
Instructions
- Place the bacon in a Dutch oven or large stock pot. Turn the heat to medium and cook, stirring occasionally until the bacon is crispy. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels and set aside.
- Add the cauliflower to the bacon grease and cook, stirring occasionally until starting to brown, about 5 minutes. Add the chicken broth, garlic powder, onion powder, pepper and 1 teaspoon salt. Bring to a boil. Cover the pot, lower the heat, and simmer until the cauliflower is very tender, 20-30 minutes.
- Working in batches if necessary, blend the soup until smooth. Return to the pot, add the cream cheese, cheddar cheese, cream, and green chilies. Heat on medium-low until the cheeses are fully melted.
- Serve topped with the bacon, extra cheese, and green onions.
Nutrition
Calories: 371kcal | Carbohydrates: 12g | Protein: 14g | Fat: 31g | Saturated Fat: 16g | Cholesterol: 84mg | Sodium: 542mg | Potassium: 540mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 823IU | Vitamin C: 52mg | Calcium: 200mg | Iron: 1mg