Poblano Corn Chowder With Chicken

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Ingredients

  • 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 2 cups water
  • 4 cups frozen corn, divided
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 poblano chiles, seeded, diced
  • 1 white onion, chopped
  • 3 medium garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1 large tomatoes, diced
  • 1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled
  • cilantro, chopped (optional)
  • avocado, slices (optional)
  • lime slice (optional)
  • black pepper, freshly ground

Instructions

  1. In a small saucepan, add the chicken breasts and 2 cups of water; bring to a boil and cook until chicken is tender; approximately 10 minutes.
  2. Shred the chicken reserving poaching liquid.
  3. Puree 2 cups of the corn kernels in a blender with the milk; set aside.
  4. In a soup pot, heat the olive oil; add the diced chilies, onion and garlic; saute 4 to 5 minutes.
  5. Measure the poaching liquid and add enough water to make 2 cups, add to soup pot along with the chicken.
  6. Add remaining corn and seasonings bring to a boil; reduce heat and simmer for 5 minutes.
  7. Stir in pureed corn, tomato and cheese; simmer to heat through and melt cheese, about 3 minutes.
  8. Ladle into servings bowls and garnish as desired.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

834 kcal 42% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 25.8g 52% DV
Total Fat 50g 64% DV
Carbs 88.8g 32% DV
Fiber 20.4g 73% DV
Sugar 20.6g 41% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 10295.2mg 100% DV
Potassium 2449.5mg 52% DV
Cholesterol 39.8mg 13% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 711.3mcg 79% DV
Vitamin C 186.7mg 100% DV
Vitamin D 0.7mcg 3% DV
Calcium 721.3mg 55% DV
Iron 18.4mg 100% DV

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).

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