Best 5 Fiesta Chowder Recipes

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Fiesta chowder is a colorful, flavorful, and hearty soup that is perfect for a party or a casual meal. It is made with a variety of fresh vegetables, including corn, black beans, tomatoes, and peppers, and is simmered in a flavorful broth made with chicken or vegetable stock, diced tomatoes, and spices. The soup is then finished with shredded chicken or beef, and served with a variety of toppings, such as sour cream, avocado, cilantro, and cheese.

This article provides three different recipes for fiesta chowder: a classic recipe, a slow cooker recipe, and a vegetarian recipe. The classic recipe is made on the stovetop and is ready in about 30 minutes. The slow cooker recipe is perfect for busy weeknights, and the vegetarian recipe is a great option for those who do not eat meat. All three recipes are easy to follow and are sure to be a hit with your family and friends.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

FIESTA CHICKEN CHOWDER



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I entered the recipe for this hearty soup in a contest sponsored by my hometown newspaper. I won first place and contributed the prize money to the area shelter for women and children.-Beth Jenkins-Horsley, Belmont, North Carolina

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 45m

Yield 10 servings (2-1/2 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 15

3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 envelope fajita seasoning, divided
1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes
3 tablespoons canola oil
1 medium onion, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
3 cups water
1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) Mexican stewed tomatoes, undrained
1 can (11 ounces) Mexicorn, drained
1 cup uncooked instant brown rice
1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chilies
1 can (11 ounces) condensed nacho cheese soup, undiluted
3 tablespoons minced fresh cilantro
1 tablespoon lime juice

Steps:

  • In a large resealable plastic bag, combine flour and 2 tablespoons fajita seasoning; add chicken. Seal bag and shake to coat. In a large saucepan, saute chicken in oil until no longer pink. Remove and keep warm., In the same pan, saute onion until tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Stir in the water, beans, tomatoes, corn, rice, chilies and remaining fajita seasoning. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 5 minutes or until rice is tender. , Stir in the soup, cilantro, lime juice and chicken; heat through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 250 calories, Fat 8g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 29mg cholesterol, Sodium 952mg sodium, Carbohydrate 30g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 15g protein.

FIESTA CORN CHOWDER



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This soup cooks up quickly, and is warming and delicious. It comes from the Simply Classic Cookbook by the Jr League of Seattle. Prep time doesn't include cooking the chicken. As quick as this is to make, save even more time by using the meat from a roasted chicken bought at your local grocer. If you cook chicken breasts for the recipe (2-3 halves) add onion, garlic and s & p to the water. This chowder is very mild, if you like spicy add more tabasco, or a diced jalepeno, or substitute some Pepper Jack cheese in place of Montery Jack A cold beer or glass of white wine is perfect with this.

Provided by momaphet

Categories     Chowders

Time 35m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 cups frozen corn, cooked
2 (14 3/4 ounce) cans creamed corn
1 cup low sodium chicken broth
1 cup onion, chopped
1 -2 garlic clove, pressed
1 tablespoon butter
2 cups whole milk, see note
2 cups chicken breasts, cooked and shredded
1 (4 ounce) can diced green chilies
1 1/2 cups monterey jack cheese, grated
1 -2 teaspoon cumin
1 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon Tabasco sauce
salt
tortilla chips

Steps:

  • In a large pot over medium heat, saute onion in butter until tender -do not brown, add garlic and cook for one minute more.
  • Puree all the corn with the chicken broth in a blender, add to onions and simmer 20 minutes.
  • Add the rest of ingredients and stir until cheese melts, simmer about 10 minutes.
  • Adjust seasoning to taste.
  • Serve with a few tortilla chips broken over the top, you could also top with black olives or salsa,.
  • Note:.
  • I will often buy whole milk for this recipe, but will also mix some half and half into non-fat milk. It would probably be fine with just the lower fat milk, but not as rich.

FIESTA CORN CHOWDER



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This mouthwatering chowder will add a bit of zip to any menu. With tomatoes, green chilies and Mexicorn, it's a full-flavored soup that'll chase away the chills.-Denise Hamilton, Birmingham, Alabama.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 8 servings (2 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 cans (10 ounces each) diced tomatoes and green chilies, undrained
1 pound process cheese (Velveeta), cubed
1 can (14-3/4 ounces) cream-style corn
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) chicken broth
1 can (11 ounces) Mexicorn, drained

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, combine all ingredients. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, stirring frequently. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 4-5 minutes or until cheese is melted and soup is heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 262 calories, Fat 14g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 36mg cholesterol, Sodium 1383mg sodium, Carbohydrate 22g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 14g protein.

FIESTA CHOWDER



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Make and share this Fiesta Chowder recipe from Food.com.

Provided by SharleneW

Categories     Chowders

Time 30m

Yield 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 16

3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 (1 1/2 ounce) package fajita seasoning mix, divided
4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves, cubed
3 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 medium onion, chopped
1 teaspoon minced garlic
1 (15 1/4 ounce) can whole mexicorn whole kernel corn, drained
1 (15 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can Mexican-style stewed tomatoes
1 (4 1/2 ounce) can chopped green chilies
3 cups water
1 cup uncooked instant brown rice
1 (2 1/4 ounce) can sliced ripe olives
1 (10 3/4 ounce) can condensed nacho cheese soup
3 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
1 tablespoon lime juice

Steps:

  • Combine flour and 2 tablespoons fajita seasoning in a heavy-duty zip-loc plactic bag; add chicken.
  • Seal and shake to coat.
  • Cook chicken in hot oil in a large Dutch oven over high heat, stirring often, 4 minutes or until browned.
  • Reduce heat to medium-high; add onion and garlic; saute 5 more minutes.
  • Stir in remaining fajita seasoning, corn, black beans, tomatoes, green chiles, water, brown rice and olives.
  • Bring mixture to a boil; reduce heat to medium-low, cover and simmer 5 minutes.
  • Remove lid and stir in nacho cheese soup, chopped cilantro, and lime juice.
  • Serve with breadsticks and garnished with additional fresh cilantro.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 294, Fat 7.5, SaturatedFat 1.1, Cholesterol 34.2, Sodium 319.9, Carbohydrate 37.9, Fiber 5.7, Sugar 1.5, Protein 20.8

FIESTA CHICKEN CHOWDER RECIPE



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Provided by weberdad

Number Of Ingredients 15

3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 envelope fajita seasoning, divided
1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes
3 tablespoons canola oil
1 medium onion, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
3 cups water
1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) Mexican stewed tomatoes, undrained
1 can (11 ounces) Mexicorn, drained
1 cup uncooked instant brown rice
1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chilies
1 can (11 ounces) condensed nacho cheese soup, undiluted
3 tablespoons minced fresh cilantro
1 tablespoon lime juice

Steps:

  • In a large resealable plastic bag, combine flour and 2 tablespoons fajita seasoning; add chicken. Seal bag and shake to coat. In a large saucepan, saute chicken in oil until no longer pink. Remove and keep warm. In the same pan, saute onion until onion is tender; add garlic, cook 1 minute longer. Stir in the water, beans, tomatoes, corn, rice, chilies and remaining fajita seasoning. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 5 minutes or until rice is tender. Stir in the soup, cilantro, lime juice and chicken; heat through.

Tips:

  • Use fresh seafood: Fresh seafood will give your chowder the best flavor. If you can't find fresh seafood, you can use frozen seafood, but be sure to thaw it completely before using.
  • Don't overcook the seafood: Seafood cooks quickly, so be careful not to overcook it. Overcooked seafood will be tough and chewy.
  • Use a good quality broth: The broth is the base of your chowder, so it's important to use a good quality broth. You can use chicken broth, vegetable broth, or seafood broth. If you're using a canned broth, be sure to dilute it with water according to the package directions.
  • Add vegetables: Vegetables add flavor and nutrients to your chowder. You can use any vegetables you like, but some good choices include corn, potatoes, carrots, and celery.
  • Season to taste: Season your chowder to taste with salt, pepper, and other spices. You can also add a splash of lemon juice or vinegar to brighten the flavor.
  • Serve with crusty bread or crackers: Chowder is a hearty and filling soup, so it's perfect for a cold day. Serve it with crusty bread or crackers for a complete meal.

Conclusion:

Fiesta chowder is a delicious and easy-to-make soup that's perfect for a party or a weeknight meal. With its combination of fresh seafood, vegetables, and spices, this chowder is sure to please everyone at the table. So next time you're looking for a new soup recipe, give fiesta chowder a try. You won't be disappointed!

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