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high-protein baked potato soup
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High-Protein Baked Potato Soup

High-Protein Baked Potato Soup
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Appetizer, Snack, Soup
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 small onion chopped (about 1 cup)
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 large russet potatoes peeled and diced (about 4 cups)
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • ½ cup plain Greek yogurt
  • ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • ¼ cup cooked turkey bacon crumbled (or regular bacon if preferred)
  • 2 tablespoons chopped green onions plus extra for garnish

Method
 

  1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
  2. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic and cook until the onion is soft and fragrant, about 3–4 minutes.
  3. Stir in the diced potatoes, chicken broth, salt, and black pepper.
  4. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer until the potatoes are tender, about 15 minutes.
  5. Use an immersion blender to partially blend the soup, leaving some texture if desired.
  6. Reduce heat to low, then stir in the Greek yogurt until it is fully incorporated and creamy.
  7. Add the shredded cheddar cheese and stir until melted and smooth.
  8. Ladle the soup into bowls and top each serving with crumbled turkey bacon and chopped green onions.

Notes

  • Carbohydrates: ~30–35 g
  • Protein: ~18–24 g
  • Fat: ~10–15 g
  • Fiber: ~3–5 g