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Summery Chipotle Corn Chowder Recipe

Summery Chipotle Corn Chowder Recipe


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  • Author: admin
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten-Free, Vegetarian

Description

A summery twist on classic corn chowder, this Chipotle Corn Chowder is creamy, smoky, and slightly spicy. Perfect for a light and flavorful meal.


Ingredients

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Main Chowder:

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 small yellow onion (chopped)
  • 2 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 1 chipotle pepper in adobo sauce (minced)
  • ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 4 cups fresh or frozen corn kernels
  • 1 large Yukon gold potato (diced)
  • 3 cups vegetable broth

Additional Ingredients:

  • 1 cup whole milk or unsweetened non-dairy milk
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice
  • ¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro
  • Optional toppings: avocado, tortilla strips, extra lime wedges

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil: In a large pot over medium heat, add the onion and cook until softened.
  2. Add flavor: Stir in garlic, chipotle pepper, and smoked paprika for 1 minute.
  3. Cook chowder: Add corn, potato, and broth. Simmer until potato is tender.
  4. Blend: Transfer half to a blender, then return to pot.
  5. Finish: Stir in milk, lime juice, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 5 minutes.
  6. Adjust and serve: Taste, adjust seasoning, and serve hot with cilantro and toppings.

Notes

  • Add an extra chipotle pepper for more heat.
  • Use fresh sweet corn when in season.
  • Make it dairy-free with plant-based milk.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Soup
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 ½ cups
  • Calories: 260
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 480mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 39g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 6g
  • Cholesterol: 5mg