Crockpot Mexican Street Corn & Chicken Chowder
Crockpot Mexican Street Corn & Chicken Chowder is the ultimate comfort food, combining creamy goodness with vibrant flavors inspired by traditional elote. This hearty chowder is perfect for busy weeknights or cozy family gatherings. With just 10 minutes of prep, you can toss all the ingredients into your slow cooker and let it work its magic while you unwind. Every spoonful is rich with fire-roasted corn, tender chicken, and a blend of savory spices, making it a dish that even the pickiest eaters will love. Top it off with fresh garnishes like avocado and jalapeños for an extra burst of flavor. This chowder is not just easy to make; it’s also customizable and great for meal prep—making it a weekday winner!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 360 minutes (6 hours)
- Total Time: 6 hours 10 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless chicken thighs or breasts
- 2 tsp minced garlic
- 2 cans cream-style sweet corn (14.75 oz each)
- 1.5 cups frozen fire-roasted corn
- 1 can black beans (15 oz), rinsed and drained
- 1 can diced green chiles (4 oz)
- 2 tsp chili powder
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 1/4 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 2 cups half-and-half
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients.
- Place chicken in the crockpot.
- Add garlic, sweet corn, frozen corn, black beans, green chiles, and spices.
- Pour in chicken broth.
- Cover and cook on low for 6 hours or high for about 3 hours.
- Shred cooked chicken and return it to the pot.
- Stir in cheddar cheese and half-and-half until melted.
- Serve hot with desired toppings.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 890mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 80mg