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Creamy Slow Cooker Mexican Chicken Corn Chowder

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A comforting and flavorful chowder with tender chicken, sweet corn, and Mexican spices, perfect for chilly evenings or cozy gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
  • 4 cups low sodium chicken broth
  • 2 cups sweet corn kernels (fresh, frozen, or canned)
  • 1 can cream-style corn (about 14 ounces)
  • 2 cups diced Yukon gold or russet potatoes
  • 1 cup diced bell peppers (red or green)
  • 1 cup finely chopped onion
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup heavy cream (or coconut cream for dairy-free option)
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 jalapeño, diced (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 1 lime, juiced

Instructions

  1. Dice the potatoes, onions, and bell peppers. Mince the garlic and chop the cilantro.
  2. Add the chicken breasts or thighs to the slow cooker.
  3. Pour in the chicken broth, cream-style corn, and sweet corn kernels.
  4. Stir in the diced potatoes, bell peppers, onion, garlic, and spices (chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, cayenne, salt, and pepper).
  5. Set the slow cooker to low heat and cook for 6-7 hours, or on high heat for 3-4 hours.
  6. When the chicken is fully cooked, remove it from the slow cooker and shred it using two forks. Return the shredded chicken to the pot.
  7. Stir in the heavy cream and shredded cheddar cheese. Allow it to cook for another 20-30 minutes to thicken slightly.
  8. Optional: Use an immersion blender to puree part of the chowder for a smoother texture.
  9. Serve hot, garnished with fresh cilantro and a squeeze of lime juice. Add diced jalapeños or extra cheese if desired.

Notes

[‘Cooking low and slow helps meld the flavors beautifully.’, ‘Shredding the chicken lets the meat absorb more of the creamy broth.’, ‘Adjust the spice level to suit your taste.’, ‘Mash a few cooked potato chunks to thicken the chowder if needed.’, ‘Prep veggies the night before for quicker setup.’]

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Keywords: Mexican chicken chowder, slow cooker recipe, creamy chowder, chicken corn chowder, Mexican spices, comfort food

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