• prep: 30 min
• cook: 45 min
• total: 1 hr 15 min

servings:

This warming chowder is a fantastic way to use leftover turkey (and works great with rotisserie chicken, too.) Smoky bacon, earthy cumin, and mild green chiles add tons of flavor to this hearty soup.

• 6 slices bacon (4 ounces)
• 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
• 1 medium carrot, sliced into 1/4-inch thick rounds (halved lengthwise if large)
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt
• 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
• 1 red bell pepper, seeded and chopped
• 1/2 medium jalapeño, finely chopped, plus more to taste
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 6 cups (48 ounces) homemade or store-bought low-sodium chicken or turkey broth
• 1 medium sweet potato (about 1 pound), peeled and cut into 1/2-inch cubes
• Two 4-ounce cans mild diced green chiles, drained
• 2 teaspoons dried oregano
• 2 dried bay leaves
• 4 cups shredded turkey or rotisserie chicken
• 10 ounces frozen corn, thawed
• 3/4 cup half-and-half, plus more to taste
• Sliced scallions, for serving
• Chopped parsley, for serving

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