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Creamy Mexican Chicken Corn Chowder

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A warm and comforting chowder with smoky Mexican spices, tender chicken, and sweet corn, perfect for cozy dinners or gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups shredded cooked chicken
  • 3 cups sweet corn, fresh or frozen
  • 2 medium-sized russet potatoes, peeled and diced
  • 4 cups chicken broth, low-sodium
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 jalapeño, finely diced
  • 1 red bell pepper, diced
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon salt, or to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional)
  • Fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
  • Crushed tortilla chips (optional)

Instructions

  1. In a large pot or Dutch oven, melt the butter over medium heat.
  2. Add the diced onion, garlic, jalapeño, and red bell pepper. Sauté for 5-7 minutes until softened and fragrant.
  3. Add the chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper to the pot. Stir well to coat the vegetables evenly with the spices.
  4. Add the diced potatoes and chicken broth to the pot. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer for about 15 minutes or until the potatoes are tender.
  5. Add the sweet corn and shredded chicken to the pot. Stir everything together and simmer for another 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
  6. Reduce the heat to low and gently stir in the heavy cream. Let the chowder heat through for 5 minutes, but be careful not to let it boil, as this can cause the cream to curdle.
  7. If you prefer a thicker chowder, use an immersion blender to partially blend the mixture. Leave some chunks of potato and chicken for texture, or blend until smooth for a velvety consistency.
  8. Once the chowder is ready, taste and adjust the seasoning if needed. Serve hot, garnished with shredded cheddar cheese, chopped cilantro, and crushed tortilla chips. Enjoy!

Notes

[‘Season as you go to build flavor.’, ‘Avoid boiling the cream to prevent curdling.’, ‘Dice vegetables evenly for consistent cooking.’, ‘Blend carefully in small batches to avoid spills.’, ‘Add toppings like cilantro, cheddar cheese, and tortilla chips for extra flavor.’]

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Keywords: Mexican, chicken, corn chowder, creamy soup, comfort food, easy dinner, family meal, kid-friendly, spicy, hearty soup

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