Description

This Mexican Chicken Corn Chowder is a hearty and flavorful soup combining tender cooked chicken, creamy creamed corn, Rotel diced tomatoes with green chiles, and a blend of Mexican cheeses. Perfect for a comforting meal in under 30 minutes, it delivers a rich, mildly spicy chowder with warm spices like cumin, chili powder, and paprika, all simmered to meld the flavors beautifully.

Ingredients

Chowder Base

4 cups cooked chopped chicken
1 (10-oz) can Rotel diced tomatoes and green chiles, undrained
1 (14.75-oz) can creamed corn
1 cup chicken broth
2 cups half-and-half

Seasonings & Spices

2 tsp minced garlic
2 Tbsp dried minced onion
1½ tsp cumin
1 tsp chili powder
½ tsp paprika
Salt and pepper to taste

Cheese

2 cups shredded Mexican cheese blend

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Instructions

Combine Ingredients: In a Dutch oven, add the cooked chopped chicken, undrained diced tomatoes with green chiles, creamed corn, minced garlic, dried minced onion, cumin, chili powder, paprika, and chicken broth. Stir well to evenly distribute all ingredients.
Bring to Boil: Place the Dutch oven on medium-high heat and bring the mixture to a rolling boil, ensuring everything heats through and flavors begin to meld.
Simmer with Dairy and Cheese: Reduce the heat to low to simmer. Stir in the half-and-half and shredded Mexican cheese blend gently, allowing the cheese to melt and create a creamy texture. Season with salt and pepper according to your taste preferences.
Final Simmer: Let the chowder simmer uncovered for 15 to 20 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking, until thickened and heated through, allowing the flavors to fully develop.

Notes

You can substitute half-and-half with heavy cream for an even richer chowder or use whole milk for a lighter version.
Use fresh garlic instead of minced garlic for a stronger flavor if preferred.
Adjust the spice level by adding more chili powder or some chopped jalapeños if you like it spicier.
Leftovers store well in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheat gently on the stove.
For a gluten-free option, ensure the chicken broth and seasonings used are gluten-free certified.