Cheesy Salsa Chicken Chowder Recipe

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Ingredients:

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1 large onion, chopped
2 -3 stalks celery, finely chopped
1 tbsp fresh minced garlic (or to taste)
1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and finely chopped (optional, add in if you like extra spicy)
1 -2 tbsp vegetable oil
2 tbsp butter
2 lbs uncooked boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into small cubes
2 (14 oz) cans chicken broth, undiluted
1 (32 oz) package frozen diced hash brown potatoes
1 (2 oz) package country gravy mix
2 cups half-and-half cream or 2 cups full-fat milk
1 (8 oz) package velveeta cheese , cut into cubes
1 (16 oz) jar chunky salsa
1 (4 oz) can green chili peppers (or to taste)
pepper
grated parmesan cheese (optional and to taste)

Directions:

In a Dutch oven saute the onion, celery, jalapeno (if using) and garlic and until soft (about 5-6 minutes).
Add in the cubed chicken, broth and hash brown potatoes; bring to boiling; reduce heat and simmer for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken breast cubes are cooked and potatoes are tender, stirring occasionally (it might take more or less time).
Meanwhile in a medium bowl, dissolve/whisk the dry gravy mix in the half and half cream or milk (if using).
Stir the gravy/milk mixture into the simmering soup; mix to combine.
Stir in the Velveeta cheese, salsa and green chilies; mix to combine with a wooden spoon, reduce heat to low, and cook until the cheese is melted.
Season with pepper if desired.
Ladle into serving bowls and sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese is desired.

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Nutrition Facts

Per Serving Per 100 g

Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories	274.64 Kcal (1150 kJ)
Calories from fat	153.78 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	17.09g	26%
Cholesterol	98.03mg	33%
Sodium	516.99mg	22%
Potassium	514.97mg	11%
Total Carbs	7.02g	2%
Sugars	1.94g	8%
Dietary Fiber	1.02g	4%
Protein	25.54g	51%
Vitamin C	14.3mg	24%
Vitamin A	0.1mg	2%
Iron	0.1mg	1%
Calcium	95.3mg	10%

Amount Per 100 g
Calories	111.5 Kcal (467 kJ)
Calories from fat	62.43 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	6.94g	26%
Cholesterol	39.8mg	33%
Sodium	209.89mg	22%
Potassium	209.06mg	11%
Total Carbs	2.85g	2%
Sugars	0.79g	8%
Dietary Fiber	0.41g	4%
Protein	10.37g	51%
Vitamin C	5.8mg	24%
Calcium	38.7mg	10%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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savory
bitter
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