Best 11 Southwestern Corn And Red Pepper Chowder Recipes

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Immerse yourself in the captivating flavors of southwestern cuisine with this delectable "Southwestern Corn and Red Pepper Chowder" recipe. A harmonious blend of sweet corn, vibrant red peppers, aromatic spices, and a touch of heat come together to create a hearty and comforting dish that will tantalize your taste buds. Get ready to embark on a culinary adventure as we guide you through the steps to prepare this incredible chowder, perfect for cozy gatherings or as a delightful meal to warm your soul on chilly days.

Here are our top 11 tried and tested recipes!

SOUTHWESTERN CORN CHOWDER



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Make this Southwestern corn chowder for a cozy dinner at home! This vegetarian corn chowder recipe is fresh, wholesome and delicious. Recipe yields 8 cups or 4 generous bowls.

Provided by Cookie and Kate

Categories     Soup or stew

Time 50m

Number Of Ingredients 19

1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
8 ears of fresh sweet corn, shucked (or 6 cups frozen corn kernels)
1 pound red potatoes, cut into 3/4" cubes (about 3 cups)
1 large red onion, chopped
1 poblano pepper (optional)*, seeds and ribs removed, chopped
1 red bell pepper, chopped
2 celery ribs, chopped
3/4 teaspoon salt, divided, to taste
1/2 teaspoon chili powder
2 medium cloves garlic, pressed or minced
4 cups (32 ounces) vegetable broth
2 cups water
1 bay leaf
2 tablespoons unsalted butter, cut into 4 pieces
1/4 cup chopped cilantro
1/4 cup crème fraîche or sour cream or Greek yogurt**
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Suggested garnishes: Grated sharp cheddar cheese, thinly sliced green onion, additional cilantro leaves and/or a tiny pinch of chili powder

Steps:

  • In a medium/large Dutch oven or soup pot, warm the olive oil over medium heat until shimmering. Add the corn, potatoes, onion, poblano, bell pepper, celery, ½ teaspoon of the salt, and ½ teaspoon chili powder. Stir to combine. Cook until the onions are tender and translucent, about 7 to 10 minutes, stirring every couple of minutes.
  • Add the garlic and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds to 1 minute, while stirring constantly. Add the broth and water and stir to combine. Drop in the bay leaf.
  • Bring the mixture to a boil over high heat, then reduce the heat as necessary to maintain a gentle simmer. Simmer for 20 to 25 minutes, stirring occasionally. It's not done until the potatoes are fully cooked through and very easily pierced through with a fork.
  • Remove the pot from the heat. Using kitchen tongs, remove the bay leaf. Carefully transfer about 3 cups of the soup (about half liquid, half solids) to a blender. Securely fasten the lid and be careful to avoid the hot steam as you blend until completely smooth. Add the butter and blend again.
  • Pour the mixture back into the pot. Add the cilantro, crème fraîche (see note if using sour cream or Greek yogurt) and lime juice. Stir to combine. Season with the remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt and be generous with the black pepper, to taste. If you'd like more spice, add up to 1/2 teaspoon more chili powder, to taste.
  • Divide the chowder into bowls and top with garnishes of your choice. Leftover chowder will keep well in the refrigerator, covered, for up to 5 days or for several months frozen.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 of 4 large bowls, no garnishes, Calories 513 calories, Sugar 26 g, Sodium 1051.6 mg, Fat 19.1 g, SaturatedFat 8.6 g, TransFat 0 g, Carbohydrate 83.9 g, Fiber 10.1 g, Protein 13.4 g, Cholesterol 35.3 mg

CREAMY SOUTHWEST CORN CHOWDER



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This hearty Southwest style soup features chicken, black beans, corn and peppers in a slightly spicy, creamy broth. Top with shredded cheese and avocado for a heartwarming lunch or dinner.

Provided by Danelle

Categories     Soups

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 19

6 tablespoons butter
1 small onion, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 small jalapeno, seeded and diced
1 red pepper, diced
6 tablespoons flour
4 cups chicken broth
2 cups milk or Half and Half
1 (14.5 oz.) can diced tomatoes and green chilies
2 cups frozen corn, thawed
1 (14.5 oz.) can black beans, rinsed and drained
2 teaspoons chili powder
1 teaspoon cumin
Salt and pepper, to taste,
3 cups cooked, shredded chicken
1 1/2 cups shredded pepper jack or Monterrey jack cheese, plus more for topping
1 tablespoon lime juice
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
Diced avocado, tortilla chips, sour cream, additional cheese, etc. for topping

Steps:

  • In a large Dutch oven, melt butter over medium heat. Add onion, garlic, jalapeno, and red pepper and saute until vegetables are tender, 3-5 minutes. Stir in flour and cook for a few minutes more.
  • Whisk in chicken broth and bring to simmer. Stir in milk and simmer until slightly thickened, about 5 minutes.
  • Stir in diced tomatoes, corn, black beans and spices. Season with salt and pepper, to taste.
  • Stir in chicken and shredded cheese and simmer for another 15-30 minutes, stirring frequently, until flavors are combined and cheese is melted. Just before serving, stir in lime juice and cilantro.
  • Top with avocado, sour cream, tortilla chips and your favorite taco toppings before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 469 calories, Carbohydrate 30 grams carbohydrates, Cholesterol 97 milligrams cholesterol, Fat 28 grams fat, Fiber 6 grams fiber, Protein 28 grams protein, SaturatedFat 14 grams saturated fat, ServingSize 1, Sodium 873 milligrams sodium, Sugar 8 grams sugar, TransFat 0 grams trans fat, UnsaturatedFat 12 grams unsaturated fat

CORN AND PEPPER CHOWDER



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Chunks of potato, kernels of corn and flecks of red pepper punctuate the creamy broth of this hearty chowder. Cilantro and cumin lend a Southwestern flavor. "I go this recipe from someone I work with. It's quick and tasty," notes Donna Hackman of Bedford, Virginia.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 large onion, chopped
1 medium sweet red pepper, chopped
1 teaspoon canola oil
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
2 cups water
1-1/3 cups cubed potatoes
1 teaspoon chicken bouillon granules
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon white pepper
2 cups frozen corn
1 can (12 ounces) fat-free evaporated milk
1/4 cup minced fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • In a saucepan, saute onion and red pepper in oil until tender. Stir in flour and cumin until blended. Gradually stir in water. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Reduce heat; add the potatoes, bouillon, salt and pepper. Cover and cook for 10 minutes or until potatoes are tender. , Add corn and milk. Cook, uncovered, 5 minutes longer or until heated through. Garnish with cilantro.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 170 calories, Fat 2g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 2mg cholesterol, Sodium 562mg sodium, Carbohydrate 33g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 8g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

SOUTHWESTERN CORN AND RED PEPPER CHOWDER



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Great hearty soup . . with fresh bread it's a meal in itself. The original recipe came from Keegan's, a local restaurant in Phoenix, however I've made modifications to it over the years. Lighter version can be made by cooking the potatoes in 2 1/4 cups broth.

Provided by Galley Wench

Categories     Chowders

Time 35m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 17

2 large baking potatoes, peeled and diced
2 1/4 cups heavy cream
1/4 teaspoon vegetable bouillon granules or 1/4 teaspoon chicken bouillon
1/2 medium onion, diced
4 slices bacon, fried crisp
2 teaspoons bacon drippings or 2 teaspoons vegetable oil
1/2 cup poblano pepper, seeded and diced
1/2 cup red bell pepper, seeded and diced
1/2 teaspoon thyme
1/2 teaspoon white pepper
1/2 teaspoon poultry seasoning
1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
4 1/2 cups milk
1/4 cup butter, mixed with
1/2 cup flour, until smooth
2 cups frozen whole kernel corn
1/2 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • In medium saucepan, bring potatoes, cream and bullion to a simmer over medium heat until tender.
  • In large stock pot, fry bacon until crisp.
  • Remove bacon, save drippings.
  • Saute onions in 2 Tablespoons bacon fat (or oil) over medium heat until soft.
  • Add peppers and cook until tender, about 3 minutes.
  • Stir in salt, thyme, white pepper, poultry seasoning and coriander.
  • Add milk and heat gently, do not boil.
  • Add potato mixture to stock pot, stir and bring to simmer.
  • Thicken with cooled butter-flour mixture.
  • Stir well.
  • Simmer lightly to obtain a gloss.
  • Add corn and heat thoroughly.
  • Sprinkle bacon bits on top before serving.

SOUTHWESTERN CORN CHOWDER



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 pounds frozen corn kernels, thawed, and drizzled with olive oil
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
10 Roma tomatoes, rubbed with olive oil
1 medium red pepper, rubbed with olive oil
2 tablespoons butter
1/4 small yellow onion, diced
3 garlic cloves, sliced
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
3 cups chicken stock
2 cups half-and-half
1 1/2 cups corn tortilla chips, chopped
Cumin
Chili powder
1 medium avocado, small diced, for garnish

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 500 degrees F.
  • Put the oiled corn on a baking sheet and sprinkle it with salt and pepper. Put the oiled tomatoes on another baking sheet and roast them both for 10 to 12 minutes until the tomato skin blisters and the corn is lightly browned. In a medium skillet, grill the red pepper over medium-high heat until it is black on each side. Put the tomatoes and the pepper in the refrigerator, and peel them when they have cooled.
  • Heat the butter in a large pot over medium heat and add the onion and garlic and saute. Add the flour and cook for 2 to 3 minutes. Add the chicken stock, roasted corn, peeled tomatoes, half-and-half, and 1 1/4 cups of the tortilla chip pieces and mix well. Pour this mixture in a food processor or blender* and puree until smooth. Strain the chowder, and then season it with cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper, to taste. Peel and dice the roasted red pepper. Serve the soup topped with diced avocado, red pepper, and the remaining tortilla chip pieces. Serve immediately.

CREAMY SOUTHWESTERN CORN CHOWDER



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Feeling like soup? Cozy up to a bowl of piping-hot chowder you can make in less than 30 minutes.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 25m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 tablespoons butter or margarine
1/2 cup chopped onion (1 medium)
1/4 cup Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour
1 3/4 cups Progresso™ chicken broth (from 32-oz carton)
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/8 teaspoon ground red pepper (cayenne)
1/2 cup half-and-half
1 can (11 oz) Southwestern style corn, undrained
2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives
Additional fresh chives for garnish, if desired

Steps:

  • In 2-quart saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Add onion; cook 3 to 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until tender.
  • Stir in flour until well blended. Gradually stir in broth. Stir in salt, black pepper and red pepper; heat to boiling. Reduce heat; cook, stirring frequently, until thickened.
  • Stir in half-and-half, corn and 2 tablespoons chives. Cook until thoroughly heated. Serve sprinkled with additional chives.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 450, Carbohydrate 58 g, Cholesterol 55 mg, Fat 3 1/2, Fiber 4 g, Protein 10 g, SaturatedFat 12 g, ServingSize 1 Serving (1 3/4 Cups), Sodium 1980 mg, Sugar 13 g, TransFat 1/2 g

SOUTHWESTERN CORN CHOWDER



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A family friend gave me this spicy chowder recipe years ago. We usually take a batch along when we go camping. It's a fast filling meal that satisfies all appetites.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 45m

Yield 7 servings (about 2 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 13

4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves, cut into 3/4-inch cubes
1 medium onion, cut into thin wedges
1 tablespoon canola oil
2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) chicken broth
1 package (10 ounces) frozen corn
3/4 cup picante sauce
2 teaspoons ground cumin
1/2 cup chopped sweet red pepper
1/2 cup chopped green pepper
2 tablespoons minced fresh cilantro
2 tablespoons cornstarch
2 tablespoons water
Shredded Monterey Jack cheese, optional

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, cook chicken and onion in oil until chicken is no longer pink. Stir in the broth, corn and picante sauce and cumin. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 15 minutes. Stir in peppers and cilantro. , Combine cornstarch and water until smooth; gradually stir into soup. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until slightly thickened. Spoon into bowls; top with cheese if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 164 calories, Fat 4g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 36mg cholesterol, Sodium 611mg sodium, Carbohydrate 16g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 16g protein.

SOUTHWESTERN CORN AND PEPPERS



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Make and share this Southwestern Corn and Peppers recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Beth A.

Categories     Corn

Time 12m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 (16 ounce) bag frozen corn kernels, thawed
1 small green bell pepper, chopped
1 small red bell pepper, chopped
1/2 cup onion, chopped
1 tablespoon butter or 1 tablespoon olive oil
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • In a 2-quart microwave-safe casserole dish, combine corn, bell pepper, onion and butter.
  • Cover and microwave on high until bell pepper is crisp-tender (5-7 minutes), stirring once.
  • Stir in cumin, salt and ground pepper. Cover and let stand 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 150.9, Fat 3.9, SaturatedFat 2, Cholesterol 7.6, Sodium 317.7, Carbohydrate 29.7, Fiber 3.4, Sugar 2.1, Protein 4.2

SOUTHWEST CORN CHOWDER



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This corn chowder is made with plenty of fresh corn as well as tomatillos, hominy, and roasted red bell peppers. Serve with homemade cornbread and a salad. If you start the cornbread while the water is boiling, you can have dinner on the table in under an hour.

Provided by Syd

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Vegetable Soup Recipes

Time 1h

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 pound tomatillos, husked
2 tablespoons butter
1 onion, diced
1 (20 ounce) can white hominy, drained
1 teaspoon chopped fresh marjoram
1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
4 cups milk
4 sprigs parsley
6 ears fresh corn kernels
2 roasted red peppers, drained and chopped
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of water to a boil over high heat. Add the tomatillos, and boil for 10 minutes; drain.
  • Meanwhile, melt the butter in a large pot over medium heat. Stir in the onions, and cook until they have softened and turned translucent, about 5 minutes. Stir in the hominy, marjoram, and thyme, cook and stir 5 minutes more. Pour in the milk, parsley, and half of the corn kernels, and bring to a simmer over medium-high heat.
  • Puree the tomatillos with the remaining half of the corn until smooth in a blender, then stir into the soup along with the roasted peppers. Simmer the soup for 10 minutes, then remove the parsley sprigs, and sprinkle with cilantro before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 177.4 calories, Carbohydrate 28.7 g, Cholesterol 11.6 mg, Fat 5.3 g, Fiber 4.4 g, Protein 6.7 g, SaturatedFat 2.5 g, Sodium 217.9 mg, Sugar 9.4 g

SOUTHWEST STYLE CREAMY CORN CHOWDER



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Yummy! You will want to try this recipe any time of the year. My husband loves it. Its flavor is mouth watering good. I made this with fresh corn off the cob. Use large sour dough rolls to make a bowl for this.

Provided by KITTYNYUMA

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

Time 3h40m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 10

¼ cup white sugar
4 cups fresh corn kernels
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese
½ cup shredded Mexican cheese blend
½ cup 2% low-fat milk
1 cup chicken broth
2 stalks celery, thinly sliced
1 tablespoon minced garlic
2 slices bacon, cut into 1 inch pieces
2 tablespoons ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Place sugar, corn, cream cheese, Mexican cheese, milk, chicken broth, celery, garlic, bacon, and pepper into a slow cooker. Cook on High for 1 hour, then reduce heat to Low and cook for an additional 2 1/2 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 267.4 calories, Carbohydrate 24.3 g, Cholesterol 44.9 mg, Fat 16.9 g, Fiber 2.7 g, Protein 8.1 g, SaturatedFat 9.4 g, Sodium 232.5 mg, Sugar 9.7 g

SKINNY SOUTHWESTERN CORN CHOWDER



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Lend us an ear (of corn that is) and we'll teach you how to create a delicious chowder that will have you chow down and trim down at the same time.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 40m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 10

Nonstick cooking spray
1 cup chopped onion
1 leek, cleaned and chopped
5 cups frozen corn
3 1/2 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth
1 medium red sweet pepper, chopped
1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
3 threads saffron (optional)
Snipped fresh chives and/or ground black pepper (optional)

Steps:

  • Coat a 4- to 5-quart Dutch oven with nonstick cooking spray. Heat over medium heat about 1 minute. Add onion and leek; cook about 5 minutes or until tender, stirring occasionally.
  • Add corn. Cook about 5 minutes or until corn softens, stirring occasionally. Add half of the chicken broth. Heat to boiling; reduce heat. Cover and simmer about 20 minutes or until the corn is very tender. Remove from heat and cool slightly.
  • Transfer half the corn mixture to a blender or food processor; cover and blend or process until smooth. Return the pureed corn mixture to mixture in the Dutch oven.
  • Add the remaining half of the broth, the sweet pepper, 1/8 teaspoon black pepper, cayenne pepper, and, if desired, saffron. Heat through. If desired, garnish with snipped fresh chives and/or additional ground black pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 160, Carbohydrate 32 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fiber 4 g, Protein 6 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 330 mg, Sugar 7 g, TransFat 0 g

Tips:

  • To save time, use frozen corn and red peppers instead of fresh.
  • If you don't have a blender, you can mash the corn and red peppers with a potato masher.
  • For a spicier chowder, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or a few drops of hot sauce.
  • Serve the chowder with a dollop of sour cream, a sprinkle of chopped cilantro, and a side of crusty bread.
  • Leftover chowder can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or in the freezer for up to 3 months.

Conclusion:

This Southwestern corn and red pepper chowder is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a quick lunch or dinner. It is also a great way to use up leftover corn and red peppers. Whether you are a fan of spicy food or not, this chowder is sure to please everyone at the table. So next time you are looking for a hearty and flavorful soup, give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!

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