Chipotle Chicken Chowder, Low Carb

Name: Chipotle Chicken Chowder, Low Carb
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 6 serving(s)
Ingredients: 6 slices bacon, chopped; 1 medium onion, chopped; 1 cup celery, chopped; 1 cup green pepper, chopped; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 1 cup diced tomato; 2 cups low sodium chicken broth; 6 skinless chicken thighs; 1 teaspoon kosher salt; 1/2 teaspoon black pepper; 1 1/2 cups heavy cream; 1 chipotle chile in adobo, minced

Submitted by marypatlaver

"Rich spicy chowder for when you want something savory & different. As this is a lower carbohydrate recipe I tried potato substitutes but decided that it was better with just the onion, peppers & celery."

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Ready In:: 30mins
Ingredients:: 12
Serves:: 6

ingredients

6 slices bacon, chopped
1 medium onion, chopped
1 cup celery, chopped
1 cup green pepper, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 cup diced tomato
2 cups low sodium chicken broth
6 skinless chicken thighs
1 teaspoon kosher salt
¹⁄₂ teaspoon black pepper
1 ¹⁄₂ cups heavy cream
1 chipotle chile in adobo, minced

directions

In a large stock pot over medium heat, cook bacon until browned & crisp. Remove with slotted spoon to paper towel lined plate.
Add next three ingredients and sauté until onions are translucent, 5-7 minutes.
Add garlic & sauté an additional minute.
Add tomatoes, chicken stock & chicken thighs. Over high heat bring to a boil & then reduce heat to simmer until the thighs are cooked through, 15-20 minutes.
With tongs or slotted spoon remove thighs to a cutting board. Remove bones. Roughly chop chicken & add back to stock pot.
Add salt, pepper, chipotle & cream to pot. Simmer for five minutes, taste & adjust seasonings if necessary,.
Serve hot in bowls & garnish with cilantro, cheese & sour cream if desired.