Slow Cooker Mexican Chicken Corn Chowder Recipe
This Slow Cooker Mexican Chicken Corn Chowder is a rich, comforting dish perfect for a hearty meal. Packed with tender shredded chicken, creamy corn, and a blend of spices, it’s slow-cooked to perfection and finished with Monterey jack cheese and heavy cream for an indulgent finish. Easy to prepare and full of flavorful Mexican-inspired ingredients, it makes a delicious weeknight dinner or cozy lunch.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6-8 hours (low) or 3-4 hours (high)
- Total Time: 6 hours 10 minutes to 8 hours 10 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Soup
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- ½ cup chicken broth
- 1 can whole corn (do not drain)
- 2 cans cream style corn
- ½ cup Salsa Verde
- 1 can diced tomatoes with green chilis (10 oz)
- 2 teaspoons cumin
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon pepper
- 2 teaspoons minced garlic
Finishing Ingredients
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 2 cups Monterey jack cheese (shredded)
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: Add all the ingredients except for the heavy whipping cream and cheese to a 6 quart crock pot. Stir well to combine all the flavors evenly.
- Cook Chicken: Cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours until the chicken is tender and cooked through.
- Shred Chicken: Remove the chicken breasts from the crock pot and shred them using two forks or a shredder.
- Return and Finish: Return the shredded chicken back into the crock pot. Pour in the heavy cream and add the shredded Monterey jack cheese. Stir everything to incorporate.
- Heat Until Melted: Cover the crock pot and cook on high for another 15-20 minutes until the cheese is melted and the chowder is heated through.
- Serve: Serve the chowder hot with your favorite toppings such as tortilla chips, cilantro, or avocado slices, and enjoy!
Notes
- Refrigerate leftovers in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
- This chowder can be made a day ahead; flavors improve when allowed to sit.
- For a thinner chowder, add more chicken broth or water to desired consistency.
- You can substitute Monterey jack cheese with pepper jack for a spicy kick.
- Ensure to shred the chicken finely for best texture integration.
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