Name: Delicious Slow Cooker Mexican Street Corn Soup
Ingredients: 1 diced white onion: Adds flavor and sweetness to the base of the soup.; 1 diced poblano or jalapeño pepper: Offers a mild to moderate spice level, enhancing the soup’s complexity.; 2 cloves minced garlic: A must-have for depth of flavor.; 2 tsp chili powder: Provides a warm and smoky undertone.; 2 tsp cumin: Adds earthiness, making the dish more aromatic.; 1 tsp sea salt: Essential for balancing flavors.; 1 tbsp olive or avocado oil: Used for sautéing the vegetables, infusing healthy fats into the dish.; 2 cups frozen corn: The star of the show, contributing sweetness and texture.; 2 medium peeled and diced russet potatoes: Provides creaminess and a hearty texture once cooked.; 1 diced chipotle pepper in adobo sauce: Infuses a smoky, spicy flavor profile.; 2 tbsp adobo sauce: Enhances the sauce’s richness.; 1 lb chicken breast: The protein base, adding heartiness to the soup.; 6 cups chicken broth: Acts as the soup’s foundation; using homemade or low-sodium is recommended for better flavor control.; 8 oz cream cheese or crème fraîche: Creates a creamy consistency and rich flavor.; 6 slices of turkey bacon: A delicious addition that gives a savory crunch.; 2 limes (optional for garnish): Adds a zesty freshness when squeezed over the finished dish.; Cilantro (optional for garnish): Offers a burst of freshness and color.; 1/2 cup cotija cheese: A crumbly topping that enhances the soup’s creaminess and adds flavor.

Description

Delicious Slow Cooker Mexican Street Corn Soup combines tender chicken, sweet corn, smoky chipotle, and creamy cheese for a hearty, flavorful meal.

Ingredients

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1 diced white onion: Adds flavor and sweetness to the base of the soup.
1 diced poblano or jalapeño pepper: Offers a mild to moderate spice level, enhancing the soup’s complexity.
2 cloves minced garlic: A must-have for depth of flavor.
2 tsp chili powder: Provides a warm and smoky undertone.
2 tsp cumin: Adds earthiness, making the dish more aromatic.
1 tsp sea salt: Essential for balancing flavors.
1 tbsp olive or avocado oil: Used for sautéing the vegetables, infusing healthy fats into the dish.
2 cups frozen corn: The star of the show, contributing sweetness and texture.
2 medium peeled and diced russet potatoes: Provides creaminess and a hearty texture once cooked.
1 diced chipotle pepper in adobo sauce: Infuses a smoky, spicy flavor profile.
2 tbsp adobo sauce: Enhances the sauce’s richness.
1 lb chicken breast: The protein base, adding heartiness to the soup.
6 cups chicken broth: Acts as the soup’s foundation; using homemade or low-sodium is recommended for better flavor control.
8 oz cream cheese or crème fraîche: Creates a creamy consistency and rich flavor.
6 slices of turkey bacon: A delicious addition that gives a savory crunch.
2 limes (optional for garnish): Adds a zesty freshness when squeezed over the finished dish.
Cilantro (optional for garnish): Offers a burst of freshness and color.
1/2 cup cotija cheese: A crumbly topping that enhances the soup’s creaminess and adds flavor.

Instructions

Prepare the Base: In a large sauté pan over medium heat, add 1 tablespoon of olive or avocado oil. Once hot, add 1 diced white onion, 1 diced poblano or jalapeño pepper, and 2 cloves of minced garlic. Sauté for about 3 minutes until the onions become translucent.
Add Spices: After 3 minutes, mix in 2 teaspoons of chili powder, 2 teaspoons of cumin, and 1 teaspoon of sea salt. Stir until well combined and fragrant, then transfer this mixture to your slow cooker.
Combine Remaining Ingredients: In the slow cooker, add 2 cups of frozen corn, 2 medium peeled and diced russet potatoes, 1 diced chipotle pepper in adobo sauce, 2 tablespoons of adobo sauce, 1 pound of chicken breast, and 6 cups of chicken broth. Stir everything together.
Slow Cook: Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 6-8 hours, or until the chicken and potatoes are tender.
Incorporate Creaminess: In the last 30 minutes of cooking, stir in 8 ounces of cream cheese or crème fraîche. Make sure it melts fully into the soup for a smooth consistency.
Prepare Turkey Bacon: Cook 6 slices of turkey bacon on the stovetop or in the oven until crispy. Once cooked, crumble or chop for topping.
Serve the Soup: Ladle the soup into bowls and top with crumbled turkey bacon, 1/2 cup of cotija cheese, a squeeze of lime, and fresh cilantro if desired. Adjust salt and pepper to taste for that perfect finish!