Best 5 Crock Pot Mexican Chicken Chowder Recipes

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When the weather outside is frightful, there's nothing better than a warm and comforting bowl of soup or chowder. This crock pot Mexican chicken chowder is the perfect recipe for a busy weeknight meal. It's easy to make, and it's packed with flavor. Plus, it's a great way to use up leftover chicken.

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MEXICAN CHICKEN CORN CHOWDER



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I like to make this smooth, creamy soup when company comes to visit. Its zippy flavor is full of southwestern flair. My family enjoys dipping slices of homemade bread in this chowder to soak up every bite! -Susan Garoutte, Georgetown, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 8 servings (2 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 14

1-1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces
1/2 cup chopped onion
3 tablespoons butter
1 to 2 garlic cloves, minced
1 cup hot water
2 teaspoons chicken bouillon granules
1/2 to 1 teaspoon ground cumin
2 cups half-and-half cream
2 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese
1 can (14-3/4 ounces) cream-style corn
1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chiles, undrained
1/4 to 1 teaspoon hot pepper sauce
1 medium tomato, chopped
Optional: Minced fresh cilantro and fried tortilla strips

Steps:

  • In a Dutch oven, brown chicken and onion in butter until chicken is no longer pink. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Add the water, bouillon and cumin; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 5 minutes. , Stir in the cream, cheese, corn, chiles and hot pepper sauce. Cook and stir over low heat until cheese is melted; add tomato. If desired, top with cilantro and tortilla strips.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 368 calories, Fat 21g fat (13g saturated fat), Cholesterol 114mg cholesterol, Sodium 753mg sodium, Carbohydrate 14g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 28g protein.

MEXICAN CHICKEN CORN CHOWDER



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Chowder with pizzazz!

Provided by Jeanne Jones

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Cream Soup Recipes     Cream of Chicken Soup Recipes

Time 55m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 ½ pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-size pieces
½ cup chopped onion
1 clove garlic, minced
3 tablespoons butter
2 cubes chicken bouillon
1 cup hot water
¾ teaspoon ground cumin
2 cups half-and-half cream
2 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese
1 (14.75 ounce) can cream-style corn
1 (4 ounce) can diced green chiles
1 dash hot pepper sauce
1 tomato, chopped
¼ bunch fresh cilantro sprigs, for garnish

Steps:

  • In a Dutch oven, brown chicken, onion, and garlic in butter until chicken is no longer pink.
  • Dissolve the bouillon in hot water; Pour into Dutch oven, and season with cumin. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 5 minutes.
  • Stir in cream, cheese, corn, chilies, and hot pepper sauce. Cook, stirring frequently, until the cheese is melted. Stir in chopped tomato. Garnish with cilantro.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 367.5 calories, Carbohydrate 15.1 g, Cholesterol 108.5 mg, Fat 21.3 g, Fiber 1.3 g, Protein 30 g, SaturatedFat 12.8 g, Sodium 868.3 mg, Sugar 3.3 g

CROCK POT MEXICAN CHICKEN



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The one great thing about this recipe is that you can use FROZEN chicken breasts. The chicken turns out so moist and tender it cuts like butter. I shred this and serve it over white rice. A great blend of ingredients cook into a savory, saucy chicken.

Provided by The Kissing Cook

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 5h10m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 cup chicken broth
6 boneless skinless chicken breast halves
1/4 cup taco seasoning
1 (28 ounce) can diced tomatoes
1 (4 ounce) can diced green chilies
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can corn, drained

Steps:

  • Mix all ingredients together and submerge frozen chicken breasts into mixture. Place Crock Pot on High and cook for 5 hours. Take chicken out and shred. Place back into Crock Pot and turn the Crock Pot off. The flavors will adhere to the chicken and make this moist and tender.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 303.3, Fat 4.9, SaturatedFat 1, Cholesterol 75.5, Sodium 635.1, Carbohydrate 33.4, Fiber 8.1, Sugar 7.6, Protein 33.9

SLOW COOKER MEXICAN CHICKEN CASSEROLE



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A hearty, flavorful casserole. I use boneless, skinless chicken thighs to reduce fat but you could use thighs with skin and bone for extra flavor if you prefer.

Provided by Cal-83

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Latin American     Mexican

Time 6h30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 23

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 ½ pounds skinless, boneless chicken thighs
1 tablespoon garlic granules
1 ½ teaspoons chili powder
1 ½ teaspoons ground cumin
1 ½ teaspoons mild paprika
1 ½ teaspoons ground black pepper
1 ½ teaspoons white sugar
1 teaspoon mustard powder
1 teaspoon ground coriander
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon dried thyme
½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
½ teaspoon ground ginger
1 pinch cumin seeds
sea salt to taste
cold water to cover
2 cups tomato puree
8 shallots, peeled and left whole
1 large red onion, cut into small thin strips
1 red bell pepper, cut into chunks
1 yellow bell pepper, cut into chunks
3 tablespoons honey

Steps:

  • Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and cook chicken thighs until browned on the outside, about 10 minutes. Transfer to a slow cooker.
  • Grind garlic granules, chili powder, ground cumin, paprika, pepper, sugar, mustard powder, coriander, oregano, thyme, cayenne, ginger, cumin seeds, and sea salt in a mortar and pestle to make the spice mix.
  • Sprinkle 1/2 the spice mix over the chicken and pour in enough water to cover. Add remaining spice mix, tomato puree, shallots, onion, red bell pepper, yellow bell pepper, and honey to the slow cooker.
  • Cover and cook on Low until flavors are well combined and chicken is no longer pink in the center, 6 to 8 hours

Nutrition Facts : Calories 476.3 calories, Carbohydrate 52.5 g, Cholesterol 102.6 mg, Fat 16 g, Fiber 6.3 g, Protein 35.1 g, SaturatedFat 3.7 g, Sodium 696.8 mg, Sugar 26.8 g

CHICKEN FAJITA CHOWDER



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This south-of-the-border chowder is one of my favorite slow cooker recipes, and it's a winner at family dinners and potlucks alike. We like ours topped with fresh avocado, shredded cheddar cheese and chili cheese corn chips. -Nancy Heishman, Las Vegas, Nevada

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 4h20m

Yield 10 servings (3-1/2 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 14

3 large tomatoes, chopped
1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained
6 ounces fully cooked Spanish chorizo links, sliced
2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes
1 envelope fajita seasoning mix
1-1/2 cups frozen corn, thawed
1 medium sweet red pepper, chopped
1 medium green pepper, chopped
6 green onions, chopped
3/4 cup salsa
1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro
2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) reduced-sodium chicken broth
1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed nacho cheese soup, undiluted
Cubed avocado and additional cilantro, optional

Steps:

  • Place first 12 ingredients in a 6-qt. slow cooker. Cook, covered, on low until chicken is tender, 4-5 hours., Stir in cheese soup; heat through. If desired, top servings with avocado and additional cilantro. Freeze option: Freeze cooled soup in freezer containers. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Heat through in a saucepan, stirring occasionally.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 269 calories, Fat 9g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 64mg cholesterol, Sodium 1069mg sodium, Carbohydrate 20g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 26g protein.

Tips:

  • To save time, use pre-shredded chicken or rotisserie chicken.
  • If you don't have a crock pot, you can make this recipe in a slow cooker.
  • To make the chowder thicker, add more cornstarch or flour.
  • To make the chowder spicier, add more chili powder or cayenne pepper.
  • Serve the chowder with your favorite toppings, such as sour cream, cheese, or tortilla chips.

Conclusion:

This Crock Pot Mexican Chicken Chowder is a delicious and easy meal that the whole family will enjoy. It's perfect for a busy weeknight or a lazy weekend. So next time you're looking for a hearty and flavorful soup, give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!

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