CHEESY CHICKEN SOUP

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This hearty soup never fails to please my family when I make it. It has flavours that are sure to make both kids and adults happy - bacon, cheese, chicken, in a creamy broth.

Provided by evelynathens

Categories Chicken Breast

Time 1h20m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

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Ingredients

4 slices bacon
1 lb chicken breast, cubed
1 cup onion, chopped
1 cup red bell pepper, diced
2 garlic cloves, minced
5 cups chicken broth
1 1/2 cups potatoes, peeled and diced
2 1/2 cups corn kernels
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
2 cups milk
1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper

Steps:

Lightly oil (use olive oil) the bottom of a large saucepan.
Cook bacon over medium heat, in the pan, until crisp.
Remove bacon from pan.
Set aside.
Add chicken, onion, bell pepper, and garlic to bacon fat in pan; sauté 5 minutes.
Add broth and potatoes; bring to boil.
Cover, reduce heat, and simmer 20 minutes or until potatoes are tender.
Add corn; stir well.
Place flour in a bowl.
Gradually add milk, stirring with a whisk until blended; add to soup.
Cook over medium heat 15 minutes or until thick, stirring frequently.
Stir in cheese, salt, pepper and cayenne.
Crumble bacon and sprinkle over top.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 505.8, Fat 24.9, SaturatedFat 10.6, Cholesterol 89.9, Sodium 1166.2, Carbohydrate 38.2, Fiber 3.7, Sugar 3.2, Protein 33.4

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