from the recipe files ~ mexican chicken corn chowder

I’ve had several people ask me for this recipe, so rather than emailing it to just a few, I’m posting it for everyone to enjoy! My friend Cheri gave me this recipe; I don’t know where she got it, but I’ve made a few modifications of my own ~ you’re welcome to make your own modifications so it fits your family’s tastes.
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Mexican Chicken Corn Chowder

  • 1 1/2 lbs. boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-size pieces
  • 1/2 C. chopped onion
  • 1 – 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 3 TBS butter
  • 2 chicken bouillon cubes + 1 C. hot water, or about 2/3 can (14oz) chicken broth
  • 1 tsp. (or more, according to your tastes) ground cumin
  • 2 C. half & half
  • 2 C. shredded Monterey Jack cheese
  • 1 (11 oz.) can Niblets corn (can also use creamed corn)
  • 1 (4.5 oz.) can chopped green chilies
  • fresh cilantro, chopped tomatoes, and hot pepper sauce for garnish

Saute onion in butter until it turns translucent. Add garlic, cook on med. low for about a minute. Add cut-up chicken; cook on medium heat until no longer pink inside. Add chicken broth (or bouillon + water) and cumin. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 5 minutes. Add half & half, cheese, corn and chilies. Cook on low, stirring until cheese is melted and chowder is heated through (do not boil).

Offer chopped fresh cilantro, chopped tomatoes and hot pepper sauce as garnish.

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There you have it! It’s a simple recipe, but WOW does it taste good!! It ‘s definitely not for one of those days when you’re feeling as though you should be eating low calorie, low fat foods though. It’s more of a comfort food ~ just forget about the fat and calories for one meal and ENJOY! :)

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December 3, 2008 | Joyful Category a joyful home, joyful food and recipes, joyful homemaking 

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  1. Holly on December 3rd, 2008 5:44 pm

    Just made a very similar recipe! It was perfect for our very cold Colorado day!

    Miss you and am praying for you, friend!
    Holly

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