Poblano Corn Chowder With Chicken Recipe

Spice up your weeknight with this vibrant Poblano Corn Chowder! This creamy, flavorful soup boasts tender chicken, sweet corn, and a hint of smoky poblano pepper for a delicious Southwestern twist. Perfect for a cozy dinner, it's easily adaptable for low-fat diets. Serve with a fresh salad and crusty bread for a complete and satisfying meal.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 40 mins
Calories 487.6 kcal
Protein 54g
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Ingredients for Poblano Corn Chowder With Chicken

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How to Make Poblano Corn Chowder With Chicken

  1. Place 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts in a small saucepan. Add 2 cups of water and bring to a boil.
  2. Reduce heat and simmer for 10-12 minutes, or until chicken is cooked through.
  3. Remove chicken from saucepan and shred. Reserve 1 cup of the cooking liquid.
  4. In a blender, combine 2 cups of frozen or fresh corn kernels with 1 cup of milk (whole milk recommended, but low-fat milk works too). Blend until smooth.
  5. Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat.
  6. Add 1 diced medium onion and 2 minced cloves of garlic. Sauté for 4-5 minutes, until softened.
  7. Add 2 diced poblano peppers and sauté for another 2-3 minutes.
  8. Add the shredded chicken, reserved chicken broth, and 1 cup of water to the pot. Bring to a simmer.
  9. Stir in the remaining 2 cups of corn, 1 teaspoon of chili powder, 1/2 teaspoon of cumin, 1/4 teaspoon of cayenne pepper (optional), and salt and pepper to taste.
  10. Reduce heat and simmer for 5 minutes, allowing flavors to meld.
  11. Stir in the pureed corn mixture and 1 (14.5 ounce) can of diced tomatoes (undrained).
  12. Stir in 1/2 cup of shredded cheddar cheese. Simmer for 2-3 minutes, or until cheese is melted and the chowder is heated through.
  13. (Optional) For extra richness, stir in 2 tablespoons of powdered milk.
  14. Ladle into bowls and garnish with fresh cilantro, sour cream, or avocado.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

27 g

Sugar

19g

Fat

20g

Carbs

26g

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Soups, Stews & Chilis Main Courses Main Dish / Dinner Poultry Chicken Recipes The Americas American Mexican Healthy Gluten Free

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60 Minutes Or Less Time To Make Course Main Ingredient Cuisine Preparation North American Healthy Soups Stews Poultry American Southwestern United States Low Fat Chowders Chicken Dietary Low Sodium Low Cholesterol Low Saturated Fat Low Calorie Healthy 2 Low In Something Meat Chicken Breasts

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Poblano Corn Chowder With Chicken?

Poblano Corn Chowder With Chicken takes about 60 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 40 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Poblano Corn Chowder With Chicken?

Poblano Corn Chowder With Chicken has approximately 487.6 calories per serving, with about 54 g protein, 26 g carbohydrates and 18 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Poblano Corn Chowder With Chicken?

The key ingredients for Poblano Corn Chowder With Chicken are Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts, Water, Frozen Corn, Milk, Olive Oil, Poblano Chiles. See the full list with measurements above.

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