Quick Chicken-Corn Chowder

Health score
8%
Quick Chicken-Corn Chowder
45 min.
6
245kcal

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If you're craving a warm and comforting meal that doesn't take hours to prepare, this Quick Chicken-Corn Chowder is the perfect choice! Ready in just 45 minutes, it offers a satisfying balance of creamy, savory, and spicy flavors. This dish is ideal for lunch, dinner, or as a hearty main course on those chilly days when you need something comforting yet light. With tender chunks of roasted chicken, sweet corn, and a touch of heat from jalapeño and ground red pepper, every spoonful is packed with flavor. Plus, it's made with reduced-fat milk, so it’s a bit lighter without sacrificing taste.

This chowder is not just quick to make, but it's also a great way to incorporate some veggies and lean protein into your diet. The combination of onion, celery, and the subtle spiciness of jalapeño gives it a delightful kick, while the creamy texture from the milk and corn makes it feel indulgent. It’s the kind of dish that leaves you full and satisfied but still feeling good afterward. Perfect for busy weeknights or cozy weekends, this recipe is sure to become a family favorite. Enjoy it as a simple yet delicious meal that’s both nutritious and flavorful!

Ingredients

  • tablespoons butter 
  • 14.8 ounce corn cream-style canned
  • 0.3 cup celery chopped
  • tablespoons flour all-purpose
  • 1.5 cups ears corn fresh ( 3 ears)
  • 0.3 teaspoon ground pepper red
  •  jalapeno minced seeded
  • cups milk 2% reduced-fat
  • 0.3 cup onion chopped
  • cups chicken breast boneless skinless chopped ( 2 breast halves)
  • 0.1 teaspoon salt 
  • teaspoon thyme dried fresh chopped

Equipment

  • dutch oven

Directions

  1. Melt the butter in a large Dutch oven over medium heat.
  2. Add onion, celery, and jalapeo; cook for 3 minutes or until tender, stirring frequently.
  3. Add flour; cook 1 minute, stirring constantly. Stir in milk and remaining ingredients. Bring to a boil; cook until thick (about 5 minutes).

Nutrition Facts

Calories245kcal
Protein27.12%
Fat29.09%
Carbs43.79%

Properties

Glycemic Index
41.33
Glycemic Load
1.57
Inflammation Score
-6
Nutrition Score
13.260434869839%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
0.12mg
Luteolin
0.08mg
Isorhamnetin
0.33mg
Kaempferol
0.05mg
Quercetin
1.49mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:244.57kcal
12.23%
Fat:8.27g
12.73%
Saturated Fat:4.35g
27.16%
Carbohydrates:28.02g
9.34%
Net Carbohydrates:26.06g
9.48%
Sugar:10.95g
12.16%
Cholesterol:51.47mg
17.16%
Sodium:383.12mg
16.66%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:17.35g
34.71%
Vitamin B3:6.85mg
34.25%
Selenium:20.42µg
29.16%
Phosphorus:289.31mg
28.93%
Vitamin B6:0.52mg
26.1%
Vitamin B2:0.35mg
20.37%
Potassium:574.76mg
16.42%
Vitamin B5:1.56mg
15.6%
Calcium:155.21mg
15.52%
Folate:61.76µg
15.44%
Magnesium:53.86mg
13.46%
Vitamin B12:0.73µg
12.22%
Vitamin B1:0.18mg
11.79%
Vitamin C:9.7mg
11.75%
Zinc:1.45mg
9.65%
Vitamin A:456.53IU
9.13%
Manganese:0.18mg
8.88%
Fiber:1.96g
7.84%
Iron:1.02mg
5.67%
Vitamin K:5.39µg
5.14%
Copper:0.09mg
4.35%
Vitamin E:0.45mg
2.99%
Source:My Recipes