INGREDIENTS
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12 oz chicken, diced
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2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
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2 large leeks, white and light green parts only, thinly sliced and rinsed
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4 cups chopped cauliflower florets (from 1 medium head)
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2 small russet potatoes, washed and diced
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1 zucchini chopped
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1 cup frozen/fresh corn
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2 cups 1% milk
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3 bay leaves
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2 tbsp garlic powder, divided
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1 teaspoon salt
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½ teaspoon white or black pepper
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¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes
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1 cup water
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1 cup chicken broth
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1½ cups shredded extra-sharp Cheddar cheese
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1 tablespoon lemon juice
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Red Hot Sauce (Optional)
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Bacon pieces (Optional Garnish)