POBLANO CORN CHOWDER WITH CHICKEN

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This soup a little zip. Delicious with a side salad and some fresh bread for a wonderfully satisfying meal. If desired, lowfat milk can be used; however, for added richness add 2 tablespoons of powdered milk.

Provided by PaulaG

Categories     Chowders

Time 40m

Yield 4-5 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 17

2 boneless skinless chicken breasts
2 cups water
4 cups frozen corn, divided
1 cup milk
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 poblano chiles, seeded, diced
1 white onion, chopped
3 medium garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon sugar
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 large tomatoes, diced
1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled
cilantro, chopped (optional)
avocado, slices (optional)
lime slice (optional)
black pepper, freshly ground

Steps:

  • In a small saucepan, add the chicken breasts and 2 cups of water; bring to a boil and cook until chicken is tender; approximately 10 minutes.
  • Shred the chicken reserving poaching liquid.
  • Puree 2 cups of the corn kernels in a blender with the milk; set aside.
  • In a soup pot, heat the olive oil; add the diced chilies, onion and garlic; sauté 4 to 5 minutes.
  • Measure the poaching liquid and add enough water to make 2 cups, add to soup pot along with the chicken.
  • Add remaining corn and seasonings bring to a boil; reduce heat and simmer for 5 minutes.
  • Stir in pureed corn, tomato and cheese; simmer to heat through and melt cheese, about 3 minutes.
  • Ladle into servings bowls and garnish as desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 487.6, Fat 11.9, SaturatedFat 4, Cholesterol 54.6, Sodium 657.9, Carbohydrate 80.3, Fiber 9.4, Sugar 5, Protein 27.1

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