Best 7 Mexican Street Corn Chowder Recipes

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Mexican street corn chowder is a unique and flavorful dish that is an easy and enjoyable meal for any occasion. This chowder is made with fresh corn, tender chicken, smoky poblano peppers, and aromatic spices, all simmered together in a creamy and savory broth. The vibrant colors and textures of this chowder make it a visually appealing dish, and its combination of flavors is sure to tantalize your taste buds. Whether you're looking for a comforting meal on a cold night or a dish to spice up your next gathering, Mexican street corn chowder is a perfect choice.

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MEXICAN STREET CORN CHOWDER



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Mexican Street Corn Chowder. Thick and creamy corn chowder swirled with crema and flavored with chili powder and lime juice. Top with some crumbly queso fresco and fresh cilantro. This soup is hearty and reminiscent of Mexican Street Corn!

Provided by Serene

Categories     Main Course

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 20

2 tbsp butter (unsalted)
½ cup onion (diced)
3 cloves garlic (minced)
1 poblano pepper (diced)
4 tbsp flour
4 cups chicken broth (no sodium)
32 ounces corn ((fresh, frozen or canned-if using canned drain first))
1 lb gold potatoes (diced 1/2 inch cubes)
1½ tsp salt
1 tsp chili powder (1)
1 tsp Mexican oregano
½ tsp ground cumin
¼ tsp ground black pepper
½ cup Cacique Crema Mexicana
1 tbsp lime juice (fresh)
Cacique Crema Mexicana
¼ cup Cacique Ranchero Queso Fresco (crumbled)
cilantro (diced)
chili powder
lime wedges

Steps:

  • Melt butter in a large Dutch oven or pot over medium heat.
  • Add onion and pepper and sauté until softened. Add in garlic and sauté an additional 30 seconds.
  • Sprinkle in flour, stir to coat the vegetables. Continue to cook for 2-3 minutes.
  • Pour in the chicken broth, stir with a wooden spoon and gently scrape the bottom of the pot to loosen any stuck-on bits.
  • Add the corn and potatoes. Add the seasonings. Stir to combine.
  • Bring soup to a simmer, cover and let cook 15 minutes or until potatoes are softened and fork tender.
  • Remove soup from heat.
  • Using an immersion blender, blend a portion of the soup until thickened.
  • Add the Cacique Crema Mexicana and stir to combine.
  • Add the fresh lime juice and stir.
  • Serve the chowder warm and top with additional Crema Mexicana, crumbled Cacique Ranchero Queso Fresco, diced cilantro, and a sprinkle of chili powder.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 bowl, Calories 278 kcal, Carbohydrate 53 g, Protein 8 g, Fat 7 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, Cholesterol 10 mg, Sodium 1204 mg, Fiber 6 g, Sugar 9 g

MEXICAN STREET CORN CHOWDER



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Corn is one of my all-time favorite vegetables, so when it's in season, I always make this super easy soup in the slow cooker. -Rashanda Cobbins, Food Editor, Taste of Home

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 4h5m

Yield 8 servings (2 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 13

10 ears fresh corn (about 5-1/2 cups)
1-1/4 to 2 cups water
6 bacon strips, chopped
2 small onions, chopped
2 small green peppers, chopped
1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and finely chopped
1 teaspoon ground chipotle pepper
2 teaspoons salt
3/4 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 cup heavy whipping cream
1 medium lime, zested and juiced
Optional toppings: Fresh cilantro, lime wedges, sliced jalapeno, chopped bell pepper and crumbled cotija cheese

Steps:

  • Cut corn off cobs. Rub the edge of a knife over each cob to milk it; add enough water to cob juice to equal 2 cups. Add corn and liquid to a 5-qt. slow cooker. , In a large skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp, 5-7 minutes. Remove with a slotted spoon; drain on paper towels. Discard drippings, reserving 2 tablespoons in pan. Add the onions, green peppers and jalapeno to skillet; cook and stir over medium-high heat until soft, 3-4 minutes. Add seasonings and cook 1 minute longer; transfer to slow cooker. Cook on low 3-1/2 to 4 hours or until corn is tender and mixture has thickened slightly., Stir in cream and lime zest and juice. If desired, puree mixture with an immersion blender to desired consistency. Garnish with reserved bacon. Sprinkle with optional toppings as desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 287 calories, Fat 18g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 43mg cholesterol, Sodium 743mg sodium, Carbohydrate 29g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 8g protein.

RECIPES



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by Karly Gomez

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 tablespoon TABASCO® Original Red Sauce (14 grams)
1 tablespoon canola oil (13 grams)
1 sweet yellow onion diced (125 grams)
1 red bell pepper seeded and diced (150 grams)
4 cloves garlic minced
2 cans (14.75 oz each) creamed corn (836 grams)
1 can (15.25 oz) whole kernel corn* (432 grams)
1 can (15.5 oz) black beans* drained and rinsed (432 grams)
1 can (4 oz) diced green chiles (113 grams)
1 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin (3 grams)
1/2 teaspoon paprika (1.5 grams)
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt (3 grams)
1/2 teaspoon freshly cracked pepper (1.5 grams)
1 cup chicken broth* (250 mL)
2 cups milk (500 mL)
1 1/2 cups cotija cheese grated (180 grams)

Steps:

  • Heat canola oil in a large pot over medium-high heat and add the onion and red bell pepper. Saute until softened, around 4 minutes, then add the garlic and cook for 1 minute more, or until fragrant.Add the creamed corn, whole kernel corn, black beans, diced green chiles, cumin, paprika, salt and pepper, and chicken broth and stir to combine. Bring to a low boil, then reduce heat to medium-low and simmer for 10 minutes.Stir in the TABASCO® Sauce, milk, and cotjia cheese, then reduce heat to low and continue cooking for 10 more minutes to allow the flavors to melt together, stirring occasionally. Serve immediately!

MEXICAN STREET CORN CHOWDER



Mexican Street Corn Chowder image

Corn is one of my all-time favorite vegetables, so when it's in season, I always make this super easy soup in the slow cooker. -Rashanda Cobbins, Food Editor, Taste of Home

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 4h5m

Yield 8 servings (2 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 13

10 ears fresh corn (about 5-1/2 cups)
1-1/4 to 2 cups water
6 bacon strips, chopped
2 small onions, chopped
2 small green peppers, chopped
1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and finely chopped
1 teaspoon ground chipotle pepper
2 teaspoons salt
3/4 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 cup heavy whipping cream
1 medium lime, zested and juiced
Optional toppings: Fresh cilantro, lime wedges, sliced jalapeno, chopped bell pepper and crumbled cotija cheese

Steps:

  • Cut corn off cobs. Rub the edge of a knife over each cob to milk it; add enough water to cob juice to equal 2 cups. Add corn and liquid to a 5-qt. slow cooker. , In a large skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp, 5-7 minutes. Remove with a slotted spoon; drain on paper towels. Discard drippings, reserving 2 Tbsp. in pan. Add the onions, green peppers and jalapeno to skillet; cook and stir over medium-high heat until soft, 3-4 minutes. Add seasonings and cook 1 minute longer; transfer to slow cooker. Cook on low 3-1/2 to 4 hours or until corn is tender and mixture has thickened slightly., Stir in cream and lime zest and juice. If desired, puree mixture with an immersion blender to desired consistency. Garnish with reserved bacon. Sprinkle with optional toppings as desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 287 calories, Fat 18g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 43mg cholesterol, Sodium 743mg sodium, Carbohydrate 29g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 8g protein.

SKILLET MEXICAN STREET CORN



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This fast to prepare side dish takes on the flavors of elote, a popular Mexican favorite!

Provided by thedailygourmet

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Corn

Time 20m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 tablespoons olive oil
2 (16 ounce) packages frozen corn
¼ cup crumbled cotija cheese
¼ cup minced red onion
2 tablespoons finely chopped cilantro
3 tablespoons mayonnaise
2 tablespoons sour cream
2 tablespoons lime juice
½ teaspoon ground cumin
½ teaspoon smoked sweet paprika
¼ teaspoon chili powder
¼ teaspoon salt
1 pinch ground coriander

Steps:

  • Heat a 14-inch skillet over medium-high heat. Add olive oil and swirl to coat the bottom of the skillet. Spread frozen corn evenly across the skillet; do not stir. Cook corn for approximately 8 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, combine mayonnaise, sour cream, lime juice, cumin, paprika, chili powder, salt, and coriander in a large bowl. Set aside.
  • Check the corn; it should be slightly charred. If not, allow to continue cooking for 4 more minutes (stirring is fine at this point.)
  • Once corn is sufficiently browned/charred, transfer to the bowl with dressing and toss to coat. Add cotija cheese, red onion, and cilantro and mix until well combined. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 193.4 calories, Carbohydrate 24.9 g, Cholesterol 7.9 mg, Fat 10.4 g, Fiber 2.9 g, Protein 4.6 g, SaturatedFat 2.5 g, Sodium 155.6 mg, Sugar 4.1 g

MEXICAN STREET CORN



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This is a nice flair for your traditional Mexican street corn.

Provided by Shejiladay

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Corn

Time 50m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 6

6 ears corn, unhusked
6 tablespoons unsalted butter
¼ cup crumbled Cotija cheese
¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro
2 teaspoons chili powder
2 limes, juiced

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Place corn, in husks, directly on the oven rack.
  • Roast in the preheated oven until tender and cooked through, 40 to 45 minutes.
  • Peel down husks and rub each ear of corn with 1 tablespoon butter. Sprinkle each with Cotija cheese, cilantro, chili powder, and lime juice. Serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 209.6 calories, Carbohydrate 20.3 g, Cholesterol 36.3 mg, Fat 14.4 g, Fiber 3.4 g, Protein 4.5 g, SaturatedFat 8.5 g, Sodium 87.5 mg, Sugar 3.4 g

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.

Tips:

  • For a smoky flavor, roast the corn on the cob over an open flame or under the broiler before cutting the kernels off the cob.
  • If you don't have fresh corn, you can use frozen or canned corn. Just be sure to thaw frozen corn before using it.
  • To make the soup creamier, add a cup of heavy cream or milk.
  • For a spicy soup, add a teaspoon or two of chili powder or cayenne pepper.
  • Serve the soup with a dollop of sour cream, cotija cheese, and chopped cilantro.

Conclusion:

Mexican street corn chowder is a delicious and easy-to-make soup that is perfect for a quick and healthy meal. This hearty and flavorful soup is packed with fresh corn, potatoes, and roasted poblano peppers. It is also a great way to use up leftover corn on the cob. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy soup recipe, give Mexican street corn chowder a try. You won't be disappointed!

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