INGREDIENTS
1 tbsp
olive oil, divided
1 lb
chicken breasts or thighs, diced into bite size pieces
salt & pepper
1
medium onion, diced
1
large carrot, peeled and diced
1
large celery stalk, diced
5
small jalapenos, ribs and seeds removed and diced ***Wash your hands thoroughly after working the jalapenos and DO NOT touch your eyes for at least a few hours.
3 cloves
garlic, minced
2 tsp
chili powder
1 tsp
oregano
1 tsp
cumin
cayenne OR red pepper flakes
10 1/2 oz
can of diced tomatoes with chilies, i.e. Rotel (mild or original)
2 cups
chicken broth or stock
8 oz
1/3 less fat cream cheese
1/2 cup
heavy cream
8 oz
turkey bacon or regular bacon, cooked crisp and crumbled
green onions, optional for topping