TEX-MEX CHEESY CHICKEN CHOWDER

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This came highly recommended from one of my co-workers and, honestly, I was kind of skeptical because of a couple of the ingredients. I'm usually not interested in recipes that have convenience foods in them but I gave this one a shot and, boy, is it good! I'm still not thrilled with the Velveeta and would like to find an easy-melting cheese to replace it so if anyone trying this recipe can come up with something, I'm all ears! This makes up a big pot of thick, hearty chowder that would be perfect for a Super Bowl party, or any get-together with lots of guys and kids...it's just something that would appeal to that group, you know? You can easily adjust the heat by the type of salsa you use....I used a mild salsa and it was perfect for us. Oh, my co-worker's neighbor got this recipe from Midwest Living magazine.

Provided by Hey Jude

Categories     Chowders

Time 40m

Yield 16 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 large onion, chopped
1 cup thinly sliced celery
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon oil
1 1/2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breast halves, cut into bite size pieces (I used 3 breast halves, they were big)
2 (14 1/2 ounce) cans chicken broth
1 (32 ounce) package frozen hash brown potatoes (loose-pack diced)
1 (2 2/3 ounce) package country gravy mix
2 cups milk
1 (8 ounce) package processed cheese spread, cut into chunks (such as Velveeta)
1 (16 ounce) jar chunky salsa
1 (4 1/2 ounce) can diced green chilies
corn chips

Steps:

  • In a 6-quart Dutch oven, cook and stir onion, celery and garlic in hot oil over medium heat for 5 minutes, or until onion is tender; add chicken and cook, stirring, for 2-3 minutes or till no longer pink; add broth and potatoes; bring to a boil, reduce heat and simmer, covered, for 12-15 minutes or till potatoes are tender, stirring occasionally.
  • In a medium bowl, dissolve gravy mix into milk; stir milk mixture into soup mixture; stir in cheese, salsa and green chilies, reduce heat to low; cook and stir till cheese is melted.
  • Serve with corn chips.

rabi gurung
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This chowder is the perfect comfort food. It's warm, cheesy, and flavorful. I love to serve it with a side of crusty bread for dipping.


PassionWith K
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I'm not a big fan of Tex-Mex food, but this chowder was surprisingly good. The flavors were well-balanced and the chicken was cooked perfectly. I'll definitely be making this again.


Lori Sellards
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This is my go-to recipe for chicken chowder. It's always a hit with my family and friends. I love the creamy broth and the tender chicken. Plus, it's so easy to make!


Moslin Mandere
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I followed the recipe exactly, but my chowder turned out too salty. I think I'll use less salt next time.


Brian Sakala
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This is a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal. The chicken and vegetables cook in one pot, so there's minimal cleanup. And the best part is, it tastes amazing!


SUmeya Ali Adem
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I made this chowder for a potluck and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it. I especially liked the fact that it's a one-pot meal, which made cleanup a breeze.


Umar Nadeem
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Meh, not my favorite. I found the flavor to be a bit bland, and the texture was a bit too thick for my taste.


Aralda Botshelo
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This soup is a game-changer! It's so easy to make, and the results are always amazing. I love that I can use whatever vegetables I have on hand, and it always turns out delicious. Thanks for sharing this recipe!


Danish Dani
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OMG! This chowder is incredible. I've tried many recipes, but this one is by far the best. The chicken is tender and flavorful, and the cheese sauce is rich and creamy. I can't wait to make it again!


Jessica Brown
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This Tex-Mex Cheesy Chicken Chowder was a hit with my family! The flavors were amazing, and it was the perfect comfort food for a cold night. I especially loved the addition of the corn and black beans, which gave the chowder a nice Southwestern flai