INGREDIENTS
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1 T. olive oil, divided
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1 lb. chicken breasts or thighs, diced into bite size pieces
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salt & pepper
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1 medium onion, diced
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1 large carrot, peeled and diced
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1 large celery stalk, diced
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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.
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3 cloves of garlic, minced
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2 t. chili powder
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1 t. oregano
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1 t. cumin
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pinch of cayenne OR red pepper flakes
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10.5 oz. can of diced tomatoes with chilies, i.e. Rotel (mild or original)
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2 c. chicken broth or stock
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8 oz. 1/3 less fat cream cheese
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1/2 c. heavy cream
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8 oz. turkey bacon or regular bacon, cooked crisp and crumbled
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green onions, optional for topping