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Chicken Bacon Chowder

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This Chicken Bacon Chowder is a low-carb, gluten-free comfort food that combines tender chicken, smoky bacon, and hearty vegetables in a creamy blend.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 8 hours
Additional Cooking Time 30 minutes
Total Time 8 hours 50 minutes
Servings: 6 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Chowder Base
  • 1 pound Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 6 slices Bacon Turkey bacon can be used as a substitute.
  • 8 ounces Cremini mushrooms Optional for a mushroom-free chowder.
  • 1 cup Heavy cream Coconut cream is a dairy-free alternative.
  • 8 ounces Cream cheese Can use low-fat cream cheese.
  • 4 cups Chicken stock Low sodium recommended.
Aromatic Veggies
  • 2 stalks Celery
  • 1 cup Leeks
  • 1 large Onion Yellow or white preferred.
  • 3 cloves Garlic Minced.
Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Thyme Fresh or dried.
  • 1 teaspoon Parsley Fresh or dried.

Equipment

  • Slow Cooker

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Heat a large slow cooker over medium heat and add the diced bacon. Fry until crispy, about 8-10 minutes. Remove the bacon and set aside.
  2. In the same pot, add chopped leeks, onions, diced celery, and minced garlic. Sauté for about 5-7 minutes until softened.
  3. Pour in chicken stock and add chicken breasts to the pot. Crumble reserved bacon and stir gently.
  4. Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for about 4 hours, until the chicken is tender.
  5. Remove the chicken, shred into bite-sized pieces, return to the pot, and stir in cream cheese and heavy cream. Cook on low for an additional 30 minutes.
  6. Ladle chowder into bowls, garnishing with fresh herbs before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 30gFat: 35gSaturated Fat: 20gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 20IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 15mg

Notes

For best flavor, use fresh ingredients and store leftovers properly to maintain taste and texture.

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