Mexican Chicken Corn Chowder Recipe

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Mexican Chicken Corn Chowder delivers chowder with pizzazz through Southwestern twists on traditional creamy corn preparations and comfort food enhancement with Mexican seasonings. This innovative recipe transforms ordinary corn chowder through Mexican spice additions and proper technique applications. The pizzazz factor creates exciting alternatives to plain chowder.

Overhead view of creamy potato corn chowder in black bowl

Chowder with pizzazz!

Prep Time:
20 mins
Cook Time:
35 mins
Total Time:
55 mins
Servings:
8
Yield:
6 to 8 servings
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Ingredients

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  • 1 ½ pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-size pieces

  • ½ cup chopped onion

  • 1 clove garlic, minced

  • 3 tablespoons butter

  • 2 cubes chicken bouillon

  • 1 cup hot water

  • ¾ teaspoon ground cumin

  • 2 cups half-and-half cream

  • 2 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese

  • 1 (14.75 ounce) can cream-style corn

  • 1 (4 ounce) can diced green chiles

  • 1 dash hot pepper sauce

  • 1 tomato, chopped

  • ¼ bunch fresh cilantro sprigs, for garnish

Directions

  1. In a Dutch oven, brown chicken, onion, and garlic in butter until chicken is no longer pink.

  2. Dissolve the bouillon in hot water; Pour into Dutch oven, and season with cumin. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 5 minutes.

  3. Stir in cream, cheese, corn, chilies, and hot pepper sauce. Cook, stirring frequently, until the cheese is melted. Stir in chopped tomato. Garnish with cilantro.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

368 Calories
21g Fat
15g Carbs
30g Protein
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Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 8
Calories 368
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 21g27%
Saturated Fat 13g64%
Cholesterol 109mg36%
Sodium 868mg38%
Total Carbohydrate 15g5%
Dietary Fiber 1g5%
Total Sugars 3g
Protein 30g60%
Vitamin C 17mg19%
Calcium 299mg23%
Iron 1mg8%
Potassium 493mg10%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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John Davis
John Davis

Hi, I’m John Davis!
Food has always been my favorite way to connect with people, and that’s why I started blogging about it. I love sharing quick, creative recipes that prove cooking at home can be just as exciting as eating out. Whether it’s a speedy weeknight dinner or a fun snack, I enjoy keeping things simple, flavorful, and approachable for everyone. When I’m not experimenting in the kitchen, I’m usually exploring new cuisines or hunting for fresh inspiration at local markets.

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