Mexican Chicken Corn Chowder

Ingredients and Weight:

• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 medium onion, chopped (about 1 cup)
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 serrano pepper, finely diced (remove seeds for less heat)
• 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cubed
• 1 (15 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
• 1 (15 ounce) can corn, drained
• 1 (10 ounce) can diced tomatoes with green chilies
• 1 (15 ounce) can vegetable broth
• 1 cup milk
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1/2 cup sour cream, for garnish
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro, for garnish

Preparation Time:

15 minutes

Cooking Time:

30 minutes

Difficulty Level:

2 (Easy)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Heat olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat.
2. Add onion and cook until softened about 5 minutes.
3. Add garlic and serrano pepper and cook for 1 minute more.
4. Stir in chicken and cook until browned on all sides.
5. Add black beans, corn, tomatoes, vegetable broth, milk, cumin, and oregano. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes, or until chicken is cooked through.
6. Remove from heat and stir in sour cream.
7. Garnish with cilantro and serve with your favorite accompaniments, such as tortilla chips or bread rolls.

Nutritional Information:

• Calories: 320 per serving
• Fat: 12 grams per serving
• Protein: 28 grams per serving
• Carbohydrates: 32 grams per serving

Dish Characteristics:

• Creamy and flavorful
• Mexican-inspired flavors with a hint of spice
• Perfect for a cold-weather meal

User Comments:

• "This soup was so delicious and flavorful! I love the combination of the Mexican spices with the creamy chowder."
• "It was really easy to make and the perfect comfort food for a cold night."
• "I added some extra serrano pepper to mine for a bit of a kick and it was amazing!"

Special Precautions and Tips:

• If you don't have serrano peppers, you can substitute another mild pepper, such as a poblano or bell pepper.
• For a thicker soup, add 1/4 cup of all-purpose flour to the soup along with the spices.
• Serve with your favorite toppings, such as grated cheese, sour cream, or diced avocado.