Description
A delicious and creamy Mexican Chicken and Street Corn Chowder that delights your taste buds with a blend of spices and fresh ingredients.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 2 cups cooked, shredded chicken
- 1 can (15 ounces) sweet corn, drained
- 1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 cup diced tomatoes (canned or fresh)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Juice of 1 lime
- 1 avocado, diced (for garnish)
- 1/2 cup crumbled queso fresco (for garnish)
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
- Add the red bell pepper, cumin, chili powder, smoked paprika, and cayenne pepper (if using). Cook for another 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a simmer. Add the shredded chicken, sweet corn, black beans, and diced tomatoes. Stir well and let the chowder simmer for about 15 minutes.
- Reduce the heat to low and stir in the heavy cream. Allow the chowder to heat through for another 5 minutes, but do not let it boil.
- Stir in the chopped cilantro, lime juice, and season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve hot, garnished with diced avocado and crumbled queso fresco.
Notes
- For a spicier chowder, add diced jalapeños or a splash of hot sauce.
- Substitute the chicken with cooked shrimp or tofu for a different protein option.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 70mg