Crockpot Mexican Street Corn & Chicken Chowder
Crockpot Mexican Street Corn & Chicken Chowder is the ultimate comfort food that brings warmth and flavor to your dinner table. This creamy chowder is inspired by the beloved street corn elote, combining tender chicken, sweet corn, and savory spices into a delightful bowl of goodness. Perfect for busy weeknights or gatherings with family and friends, this dish offers effortless preparation—just toss in the ingredients and let your slow cooker do the magic! With customizable toppings like crushed tortilla chips and diced avocado, everyone can enjoy a bowl tailored to their taste. Get ready for a cozy meal that’s sure to impress!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Total Time: 6 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless skinless 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
- Prepare all ingredients by rinsing beans and chopping fresh toppings.
- Layer chicken at the bottom of the crockpot; add garlic, both types of corn, black beans, green chiles (with liquid), spices, broth, cheese, and half-and-half. Stir gently.
- Cover and cook on low for about 6 hours until chicken is tender.
- Shred the chicken in the pot using two forks; stir well before serving.
- Serve in bowls with toppings of choice.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 90mg