Week 252: Mexican Chicken Corn Chowder

Happy Thursday!!

I am back and cannot wait to get into the kitchen to cook for all of you and your families.  We had a summer packed full of travel, it was so great to get away with my family and explore new places and cuisines.  What I took away from all our adventures was a renewed interest to be more creative in the kitchen by continuing to add new soups and breads to the menu. I hope you are excited to join me!!

On the menu for TUESDAY, AUGUST 20th is MEXICAN CHICKEN CORN CHOWDER & GREEN CHILE CHEESE BREAD.  This corn chowder is loaded with juicy chicken, fresh corn, tomatoes, red bell peppers, and topped with creamy cheese & crunchy tortilla strips.  

It's creamy, comforting and the layers of flavors are out of this world. This soup was a hit when I made it a few years ago, I am so happy that I found it in my trusty notebook when searching for new recipes.  It's the perfect soup to start out the new soup season as I try to capture the flavors of summer before they are gone. 

The soup begins with sauteing diced chicken, onions, and a little bit of jalapeno in olive oil for a few minutes.  Diced red bell peppers and garlic are added next along with homemade chicken stock. 

Fresh corn, creamed corn, diced tomatoes, green chiles plus spices that include cumin, chili powder, paprika, and oregano are stirred into the soup.  After the soup simmers, a little cream cheese is added to increase the creaminess of the broth.  The soup is garnished with fresh cilantro, tortilla strips and a mexican cheese blend.  

The bread companion this week is my Green Chile Cheese Bread. We introduced this tasty bread last year and it's a perfect compliment to this soup!! The bread features the delicious flavors of the Southwest ...smoky, slightly spicy roasted green chiles and creamy cheddar cheese.

And a little update on the missing desserts from the menu ..... Jenny Sue Delights is busy with her growing family and will be on a break until November. We will all love her delicious treats and look forward to her desserts returning to the menu :-)