Creamy Mexican Corn Chowder is a hearty chowder packed with comforting Mexican corn flavors. Charred corn, Cotija cheese, and red peppers combine to make a delicious meal in a bowl perfect for the cold weather.
2 10oz bags of frozen corn, cooked
14.5 oz can of chicken broth
1/2 of a white onion, diced
2 cloves garlic, grated
1 red pepper, seeded and diced
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup shredded pepper jack cheese
1/2 cup crumbled Cotija cheese
2 cups half & half
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon chili powder
1 tablespoon fresh squeezed lime juice
1-2 tablespoons chopped cilantro
Cotija cheese is a salty somewhat hard Mexican cheese. You can buy it already graded or as a wedge you can grate yourself. If you can’t find it you can substitute Feta cheese.