– 4-8 slices thick cut bacon – 1 pound boneless chicken breast – 2 tablespoons olive oil – 1/2 onion chopped – 1 cup cubed butternut squash pumpkin or sweet potatoe – 2 red peppers chopped – 2 Jalapeño's seeded and chopped, plus more for garnish – 2 cloves garlic minced or grated – 2 tablespoons chili powder – 1 teaspoon smoked paprika – 1 teaspoon cumin – 1/4 teaspoon oregano – 1/2 teaspoon salt – 1/2 teaspoon pepper – 1/4 cup flour – 2 cups chicken broth – 2 tablespoon tomato paste – 1 tablespoon hot sauce – 1/4 cup heavy cream – 1 cup black beans rinsed and drained if using canned – green onions chopped, for serving POLENTA – 2 cups chicken broth – 2 cups milk – 1 cup polenta I used Bob's Red Mill – 6 ounces sharp cheddar cheese shredded – 1/4 teaspoon salt – 1/4 teaspoon pepper – 2-4 tablespoons butter your preference
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