Smoked Paprika Cheeseburger Soup with Cheddar Swirl
A creamy, savory soup capturing classic cheeseburger flavors with ground beef, melted cheddar, and a hint of smoked paprika for depth. This american-inspired keto ready in about 30 minutes pairs ground beef, olive oil, medium, diced yellow onion for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 380 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 medium, diced yellow onion
- 2 cloves, minced garlic
- 1 cup beef broth
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/4 tsp onion powder
- 1/4 cup, chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a medium pot over medium heat. Add 1 lb ground beef and cook for 6-7 minutes, breaking it into small crumbles, until no pink remains.
- Step 2: Add 1 medium diced yellow onion and 2 minced garlic cloves, and cook for 3 minutes until onion is soft and fragrant.
- Step 3: Stir in 1 cup beef broth, 1/2 tsp smoked paprika, and 1/4 tsp onion powder, then simmer for 5 minutes to meld flavors.
- Step 4: Reduce heat to low and stir in 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese until fully melted, then stir in 1/4 cup sour cream until smooth and creamy.
- Step 5: Remove from heat and stir in 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley. Serve immediately with extra parsley for garnish.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Smoked Paprika Cheeseburger Soup with Cheddar Swirl take to make?
Total time is about 30 minutes (10 min prep + 20 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Smoked Paprika Cheeseburger Soup with Cheddar Swirl?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep ground beef from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Smoked Paprika Cheeseburger Soup with Cheddar Swirl?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Smoked Paprika Cheeseburger Soup with Cheddar Swirl for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Smoked Paprika Cheeseburger Soup with Cheddar Swirl?
American keto like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
Added this to my weekly meal rotation. So satisfying.
- ★★★★★
Quick to prep and the results are amazing. A real keeper.
- ★★★★☆
Almost perfect — just needed a squeeze of lemon at the end.
