Mexican Corn Chowder

Gluten Free
Health score
7%
Mexican Corn Chowder
60 min.
6
250kcal

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Welcome to a delightful culinary journey with our Mexican Corn Chowder! This gluten-free dish is not only a feast for the senses but also a comforting meal that brings warmth and flavor to your table. Perfect for lunch, dinner, or any time you crave a hearty main course, this chowder is sure to impress family and friends alike.

Imagine the rich aroma of sautéed onions, celery, and carrots mingling with the sweetness of fresh corn kernels and the savory notes of tender, cubed chicken. Each spoonful is a celebration of vibrant flavors, enhanced by the subtle kick of green chile pepper and the earthy essence of dried oregano. With a creamy base of milk, this chowder is both satisfying and nourishing, making it an ideal choice for any occasion.

In just 60 minutes, you can whip up this delicious dish that serves six, making it perfect for gatherings or meal prep for the week ahead. At only 250 calories per serving, you can indulge without the guilt. So, gather your ingredients and get ready to savor a bowl of this delightful Mexican Corn Chowder that will warm your heart and tantalize your taste buds!

Ingredients

  •  chicken breast halves boneless cubed cooked
  • 0.3 cup butter 
  •  carrots chopped
  • stalk celery chopped
  • cup chicken broth 
  • 3.5 cups corn kernels fresh
  • clove garlic minced
  • teaspoons chile pepper green chopped
  • cups milk 
  •  onion chopped
  • teaspoon oregano dried
  • servings salt and pepper to taste

Equipment

  • sauce pan

Directions

  1. In a large saucepan over medium heat, melt butter. Cook celery, onion and carrot in butter until onion begins to soften. Stir in garlic, oregano, salt and pepper and cook 2 minutes more. Stir in corn, chicken broth, cooked chicken and chile pepper and let simmer until heated through. Stir in milk and heat gently just before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Calories250kcal
Protein21.57%
Fat42.97%
Carbs35.46%

Properties

Glycemic Index
38.14
Glycemic Load
2.23
Inflammation Score
-9
Nutrition Score
13.768260707026%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
0.19mg
Luteolin
0.08mg
Isorhamnetin
0.92mg
Kaempferol
0.16mg
Myricetin
0.02mg
Quercetin
3.78mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:249.61kcal
12.48%
Fat:12.54g
19.3%
Saturated Fat:6.89g
43.05%
Carbohydrates:23.3g
7.77%
Net Carbohydrates:20.64g
7.5%
Sugar:10.86g
12.07%
Cholesterol:54.99mg
18.33%
Sodium:511.55mg
22.24%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:14.17g
28.33%
Vitamin A:2272.84IU
45.46%
Vitamin B3:5.76mg
28.81%
Phosphorus:252.1mg
25.21%
Vitamin B6:0.46mg
23.07%
Selenium:14.57µg
20.82%
Potassium:581.94mg
16.63%
Vitamin B5:1.53mg
15.33%
Vitamin B1:0.23mg
15.17%
Vitamin B2:0.24mg
14.1%
Magnesium:56.25mg
14.06%
Calcium:124.04mg
12.4%
Manganese:0.24mg
11.77%
Folate:45.94µg
11.48%
Vitamin C:8.93mg
10.82%
Fiber:2.66g
10.63%
Vitamin B12:0.54µg
8.97%
Zinc:1.06mg
7.04%
Vitamin K:6.68µg
6.37%
Vitamin D:0.93µg
6.22%
Iron:0.82mg
4.58%
Copper:0.08mg
4.02%
Vitamin E:0.56mg
3.71%
Source:Allrecipes