Chicken Chowder Recipe

Name: Chicken Chowder
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 5 teaspoons olive oil, divided use; 2 slices turkey bacon, chopped; 1 medium onion, chopped; 2 medium stalk celery, chopped; 2 medium carrots, chopped; 2 medium russet potatoes, peeled, cut into cubes; 1 ½ teaspoons finely chopped fresh thyme (or dried thyme leaves); 1 teaspoon sea salt (or Himalayan salt); ½ teaspoon ground black pepper; 1 ½ cups low-sodium organic vegetable broth; ¼ cup whole wheat flour; 1 ½ cups unsweetened almond milk; 2 cups chopped chicken breasts

Servings: persons

5 teaspoons olive oil, divided use
2 slices turkey bacon, chopped
1 medium onion, chopped
2 medium stalk celery, chopped
2 medium carrots, chopped
2 medium russet potatoes, peeled, cut into cubes
1 ½ teaspoons finely chopped fresh thyme (or dried thyme leaves)
1 teaspoon sea salt (or Himalayan salt)
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 ½ cups low-sodium organic vegetable broth
¼ cup whole wheat flour
1 ½ cups unsweetened almond milk
2 cups chopped chicken breasts

1
Heat 2 teaspoons oil in medium saucepan over medium-high heat.
2
Add turkey bacon and onions; cook, stirring frequently, for 5 to 8 minutes, or until onions are translucent.
3
Add celery, carrots, potatoes, thyme, salt, and pepper; cook, stirring frequently, for 5 to 6 minutes.
4
Add vegetable broth.
5
Bring to a boil.
6
Reduce heat to low.
7
Gently boil for 15 minutes.
8
Heat remaining 3 teaspoons oil in medium saucepan over medium heat.
9
Add flour; cook, stirring constantly, for 2 to 3 minutes.
10
Add 1 cup of hot liquid from medium saucepan; whisk until well blended.
11
Add this thickened mixture back to medium saucepan.
12
Cook, stirring frequently, for 3 to 5 minutes, or until thickened.
13
Add almond milk and chicken; cook, stirring frequently, for 3 to 5 minutes, or until thickened.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 5 teaspoons olive oil, divided use, 2 slices turkey bacon, chopped, 1 medium onion, chopped, 2 medium stalk celery, chopped, and more.

Yes, Chicken Chowder falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Chicken Chowder

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