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Mexican Street Corn & Chicken Chowder

Mexican Street Corn & Chicken Chowder: Creamy Comfort Awaits

Experience the delightful fusion of flavors in this Mexican Street Corn & Chicken Chowder, a comforting meal perfect for chilly evenings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 5 hours
Total Time 5 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6 bowls
Course: Soups
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chowder Base
  • 1 pound Boneless skinless chicken thighs or breasts Main protein
  • 3 cloves Minced garlic Adds aromatic flavor
  • 2 cans Cream-style sweet corn Offers sweetness and creaminess
  • 1.5 cups Frozen corn Preferably fire-roasted
  • 1 can Black beans Rinsed and drained
  • 1 can Diced green chiles Provides mild heat
  • 2 teaspoons Chili powder Must for depth of flavor
  • 0.5 teaspoon Smoked paprika Infuses a rich smokiness
  • 1.25 teaspoons Ground cumin Delivers earthy notes
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Essential for seasoning
  • 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper Essential for seasoning
  • 1 cup Low-sodium chicken broth Flavorful base
For the Creamy Finish
  • 2 cups Shredded sharp cheddar cheese Brings a rich creaminess
  • 2 cups Half-and-half or heavy cream Adds luxurious creaminess

Equipment

  • Slow Cooker

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Lightly spray your 6-quart slow cooker with cooking spray to prevent sticking.
  2. Combine all the 'Add First' ingredients: chicken, minced garlic, cream-style sweet corn, frozen corn, black beans, diced green chiles, chili powder, smoked paprika, ground cumin, salt, and black pepper in the slow cooker.
  3. Cover and set the slow cooker to cook on high for 3–5 hours or low for 4–6 hours until the chicken shreds easily.
  4. Carefully remove the chicken and shred it into bite-sized pieces. Return it to the chowder.
  5. Stir in the shredded cheddar cheese until melted, then add the half-and-half or heavy cream.
  6. Ladle the chowder into bowls and garnish with fresh toppings.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 55gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 12gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 600IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Ensure using a slow cooker with an appropriate size (6-quart) and feel free to customize ingredients as per taste preferences.

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