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Mexican Street Corn Soup Recipe

Mexican Street Corn Soup Recipe

5.2 from 16 reviews

Indulge in the flavors of Mexican street corn with this hearty and delicious Mexican Street Corn Soup. Packed with fire-roasted corn, green chiles, and a blend of spices, this soup is creamy, tangy, and perfect for a cozy night in.

Ingredients

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Soup:

  • 1 tbsp. olive oil
  • 1 small red onion
  • 1 medium jalapeno
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 (12 oz.) skinless, boneless chicken breasts
  • 1 (12 oz.) package fire-roasted frozen corn* (or fresh corn or other frozen corn)
  • 1 (4 oz.) can diced green chiles
  • 1 tbsp. Tajin seasoning
  • 2 tsps. ground cumin
  • 2 tsps. chile powder
  • 1/2 tsp table salt
  • 1/4 tsp finely ground black pepper
  • 4 cups (32 oz.) chicken stock (or low-sodium chicken broth)
  • 2 cups sour cream (full-fat) (or Greek yogurt (full fat))

Garnish:

  • 1/2 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
  • juice of one lime
  • 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
  • 1/2 cup crumbled queso fresco
  • lime wedges and chopped cilantro for garnish

Instructions

  1. Heat: Heat the oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add the onion and jalapeño, cooking until the onions soften, about 3 to 4 minutes. Stir in the garlic and cook for another 30 seconds.
  2. Add: Add the chicken, fire-roasted corn, and green chiles to the pot. Season with Tajín, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper.
  3. Pour: Pour in the chicken stock and bring it to a boil. Reduce the heat to a simmer, cover, and let the soup cook for 25 minutes.
  4. Remove: Remove the chicken and shred it into bite-sized pieces, then return it to the pot.
  5. Stir: Stir in the sour cream, Monterey Jack cheese, lime juice, and cilantro, and simmer on low for another 3 minutes.
  6. Serve: Serve the soup topped with queso fresco crumbles, lime wedges, and chopped cilantro.

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