Chipotle Corn Chowder Recipe

Name: Chipotle Corn Chowder
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 6 ears yellow or white corn; 1/2 onion; 1 teaspoon olive oil; 2 to 3 dried chipotles; 1 cup water; 4 cups heavy cream; 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground pepper, preferably white; 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin; 1/4 cup grilled corn reserved from above; ½ tablespoon chopped green bell pepper; ½ tablespoon chopped red bell pepper; 12 fresh jalapeno, minced; 3 tablespoons white wine vinegar; 1 teaspoon honey; Salt, if desired

Servings: persons

6 ears yellow or white corn
1/2 onion
1 teaspoon olive oil
2 to 3 dried chipotles
1 cup water
4 cups heavy cream
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground pepper, preferably white
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 cup grilled corn reserved from above
½ tablespoon chopped green bell pepper
½ tablespoon chopped red bell pepper
12 fresh jalapeno, minced
3 tablespoons white wine vinegar
1 teaspoon honey
Salt, if desired

1
Preheat grill or use broiler.
2
Lightly brush the ears of corn and onion with oil.
3
Place on grill or under broiler and grill until brown flecks appear on each.
4
Meanwhile, reconstitute chipotles with a splash of vinegar (cider vinegar is best) and water to cover.
5
In a microwave, place chiles in bottom of a 1-quart glass measuring cup, cover, and cook on high for five minutes, or for the stovetop, cover and simmer for 30 minutes.
6
Set aside.
7
Cut corn off cob, reserving 1/4 cup for garnish, and coarsely chop onion.
8
Place one cup water in blender jar, add corn and onion, and process until pureed.
9
Add chipotle chiles and process further.
10
Place mixture in saucepan, add heavy cream, pepper, and cumin and simmer for about 15 minutes.
11
While chowder is simmering, prepare topping by combining reserved grilled corn, green bell pepper, red bell pepper, jalapeno, vinegar, and honey.
12
Taste and add salt, if desired.
13
Ladle soup into individual bowls, top with a spoonful of topping, and serve immediately.

976

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 6 ears yellow or white corn, 1/2 onion, 1 teaspoon olive oil, 2 to 3 dried chipotles, and more.

Yes, Chipotle Corn Chowder falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Chipotle Corn Chowder

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