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Crockpot Mexican Street Corn & Chicken Chowder

Crockpot Mexican Street Corn & Chicken Chowder: Cozy Comfort Food

A comforting and gluten-free Crockpot Mexican Street Corn & Chicken Chowder filled with tender chicken, fire-roasted corn, and spices.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 5 hours
Total Time 5 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 380
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chowder Base
  • 4 cups Boneless Skinless Chicken Thighs or Breasts Rotisserie chicken works for convenience.
  • 2 tsp Minced Garlic Fresh or pre-minced options work well.
  • 29.5 oz Cream-Style Sweet Corn 2 x 14.75 oz cans.
  • 1.5 cups Frozen Corn Preferably fire-roasted.
  • 1 can (15 oz) Black Beans Rinsed to reduce sodium.
  • 1 can (4 oz) Diced Green Chiles Adjust to spice liking.
  • 2 tsp Chili Powder Adjust to taste.
  • 0.5 tsp Smoked Paprika Regular paprika can be used.
  • 1.25 tsp Ground Cumin Essential for authentic flavor.
  • 1 tsp Salt Scale back if watching sodium.
  • 0.5 tsp Black Pepper
  • 1 cup Low-Sodium Chicken Broth Vegetable broth is a great alternative.
For Creaminess
  • 2 cups Shredded Sharp Cheddar Cheese Consider dairy-free alternatives.
  • 2 cups Half-and-Half or Heavy Cream Coconut milk is an excellent substitute.

Equipment

  • Slow Cooker

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Lightly spray the inside of a 6-quart slow cooker with cooking spray.
  2. Combine all the first ingredients in the slow cooker and stir thoroughly.
  3. Cover and cook on high for 3-5 hours or low for 4-6 hours.
  4. Carefully remove the chicken, shred it, and return to the slow cooker.
  5. Stir in the shredded cheddar cheese and half-and-half or heavy cream.
  6. Ladle the chowder into bowls and add your favorite toppings.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 380kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 7gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 400mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This chowder is even better the next day! Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days.

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