Broccoli-Cheddar-Chicken Chowder

Adapted from Eating Well's Broccoli-Cheddar-Chicken Chowder

Ingredients

3 T. extra-virgin olive oil
2 c. diced onion, 1 whole med.
2 c. diced celery, 6 sm. stalks
1 c. thinly sliced carrots
1/2 c. all-purpose flour
1 t. dry mustard
1/4 t. salt
1/4 t. ground pepper
1/8 t. chipotle powder
1/8 t. paprika
5 c. water
1 c. dry white wine
6 t. Chicken Better Than Bullion
1 bay leaf
1 c. whole milk
6 c. chopped broccoli florets, 2 sm. heads
3 c. diced Yukon Gold potatoes
1 lb. boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-size pieces
1 c. shredded vintage extra-sharp Cheddar cheese, plus more for garnish
Finely diced red onion for garnish

Directions
Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onion, carrots, and celery; cook, stirring frequently, until softened and beginning to brown, 3 to 6 minutes. Sprinkle flour, dry mustard, chipotle, paprika, salt, and pepper over the vegetables and cook, stirring, for 1 minute more. Add water, wine, bullion paste, and milk; bring to a gentle boil, stirring constantly.
Stir in broccoli and potatoes and bring just to a simmer. Simmer, uncovered, stirring occasionally, until the potatoes are tender, 12 to 15 minutes.
Add chicken and 1 cup Cheddar and cook, stirring frequently, until cooked through, 4 to 6 minutes. Serve topped with a little more Cheddar and red onion, if desired. 

Nutrition
Servings 8.0                      16 oz.

Amount Per Serving
calories 367
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 14 g	21 %
Saturated Fat 5 g	23 %
Monounsaturated Fat 4 g
Polyunsaturated Fat 1 g
Trans Fat 0 g
Cholesterol 51 mg	17 %
Sodium 918 mg	38 %
Potassium 822 mg	23 %
Total Carbohydrate 34 g	11 %
Dietary Fiber 7 g	28 %
Sugars 8 g
Protein 21 g	42 %
Vitamin A	84 %
Vitamin C	138 %
Calcium	23 %
Iron	11 %