Description
This Creamy Stuffed Banana Pepper Soup transforms the bold, cheesy flavors of classic stuffed banana peppers into a rich, cozy soup. Loaded with banana peppers, ground meat, melted cheese, and a touch of cream, it’s a comforting dish that’s perfect for chilly nights or easy weeknight dinners. Naturally low-carb, gluten-free, and packed with flavor, this one-pot meal will quickly become a family favorite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground turkey or beef
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 4–5 banana peppers, sliced and seeded
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup milk or half-and-half
- 1/2 cup cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella or provolone cheese
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- Optional: crushed red pepper flakes, for extra heat
- Fresh parsley, for garnish
Instructions
- Brown the Meat: Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add ground turkey or beef and cook until browned, breaking up the meat as it cooks.
- Sauté the Veggies: Add chopped onions and banana peppers. Sauté for 5–6 minutes until softened, then stir in garlic and cook for 1 minute.
- Simmer: Add diced tomatoes and chicken broth. Bring to a simmer and cook for 10 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
- Make it Creamy: Reduce heat to low and stir in cream cheese until melted and smooth. Add milk or half-and-half and simmer gently for another 5 minutes.
- Add Cheese: Stir in shredded mozzarella or provolone until melted and creamy. Season with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes if desired.
- Serve: Garnish with fresh parsley and enjoy warm with crusty bread or salad.
Notes
- Use sweet banana peppers for mild heat, or mix in hot ones for a spicier version.
- Simmer gently after adding dairy to prevent curdling.
- For extra richness, replace milk with heavy cream.
- Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 4 days; reheat gently on the stovetop.
- Freeze without the dairy, then stir in cheese and cream after reheating for best results.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soups, Dinner, Comfort Food
- Method: Stovetop, One-Pot
- Cuisine: American, Comfort Food
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: Stuffed Banana Pepper Soup, Creamy Pepper Soup, Banana Pepper Recipes, Stuffed Hot Pepper Soup, Low Carb Pepper Soup, Cheesy Pepper Soup, Comfort Soup Recipes, Gluten Free Soup