Southwestern Chowder Recipe

Name: Southwestern Chowder
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 pounds Ground Beef; 1 whole Onion, Diced; 2 cans (10 Oz. Can) Rotel With Chilies; 2 cans (15 Oz. Can) Black Beans; 2 cans (11 Oz. Can) Mexican/Fiesta Corn; 1 package (1 Oz. Packet) Dry Ranch Dressing/dip Mix; 1 package (1 Oz. Packet) Taco Seasoning; Shredded Cheese, Optional, To Serve; Sour Cream, Optional, To Serve; Fritos, To Serve (optional)

Servings: persons

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Brown ground beef and onions.
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In the meantime, combine black beans (drained, if youd like), Rotel with chilies, and Mexican corn in a crockpot OR large pot.
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(We usually use a large pot.)
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Mix everything together.
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Allow ingredients to simmer together on medium heat.
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Once the meat and onions are browned, put them in the pot.
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Now, add the taco seasoning and ranch mix.
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Season with salt and pepper, to taste.
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Add the cayenne if youd like, too.
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Mix everything together.
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Cover and cook on medium-low to low heat for about an hour or two, stirring occasionally.
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You can also cook it in the crockpot all day on low heat.
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When ready to eat, serve topped with shredded cheese, sour cream, and/or Fritos.
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Completely optional, but the cheese is wonderful with it.

1022

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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

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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 pounds Ground Beef, 1 whole Onion, Diced, 2 cans (10 Oz. Can) Rotel With Chilies, 2 cans (15 Oz. Can) Black Beans, and more.

Yes, Southwestern 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Southwestern Chowder

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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