Southwest Shrimp And Corn Chowder Recipe

Spice up your weeknight with this vibrant Southwest Shrimp and Corn Chowder! Inspired by Cooking Light (April 2009), this creamy yet light chowder is bursting with Southwestern flavors. Perfect for a quick and satisfying meal, it pairs wonderfully with warm quesadillas for a complete fiesta on your plate. Get ready for a taste of sunshine!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 30 mins
Calories 271.4 kcal
Protein 43g
Rating 5.0 (4 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Southwest Shrimp And Corn Chowder

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How to Make Southwest Shrimp And Corn Chowder

  1. Heat olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add onion and bell pepper; cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
  2. Add garlic, chili powder, cumin, and cayenne pepper (if using); cook for 1 minute more.
  3. Stir in diced tomatoes (undrained), chicken broth, and corn. Bring to a simmer.
  4. Reduce heat to low and cook for 10 minutes, or until corn is tender.
  5. Stir in milk or half-and-half. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  6. Add shrimp and cook until pink and cooked through, about 3-5 minutes.
  7. Garnish with chopped cilantro (optional) and serve immediately with your favorite quesadillas.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

15 g

Sugar

20g

Fat

18g

Carbs

10g