Smoky Roasted Chicken And Corn Chowder - cooking recipe

Ingredients

4 slices bacon, chopped
1 cup diced onion
1/2 cup celery, diced
1/2 cup red bell pepper, diced
2 teaspoons garlic, minced
1 tablespoon fresh thyme, minced or 1 teaspoon dried thyme
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 1/2 cups chicken broth
1 (12 ounce) can evaporated milk
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can diced tomatoes, well drained
1 (14 3/4 ounce) can cream-style corn
2 cups roasted chicken breast, chopped
1 tablespoon hickory flavored barbecue sauce
1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
1/4 teaspoon salt (or to taste)

Preparation

Cook chopped bacon in a large non-stick soup pot over medium-high heat until lightly browned but not crisp. Stir in onions, celery, red pepper, and garlic. Cook and stir until vegetables begin to soften, about 5 minutes.
Add thyme and flour. Mix well. Stir in broth and evaporated milk. Bring mixture to a gentle boil and stir continuously until soup thickens slightly.
Reduce heat to medium-low. Stir in remaining ingredients. Cover and let simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally. Serve hot.