Green Chile Chicken Chowder

Warm up your kitchen and your soul with this creamy, flavor-packed Green Chile Chicken Chowder! This hearty recipe combines tender, shredded chicken, roasted green chiles, and velvety russet potatoes in a richly spiced broth infused with cumin and smoked paprika. A swirl of heavy cream adds luscious texture, while fresh cilantro and optional sharp cheddar cheese provide the perfect finishing touches. Ready in under an hour, this crowd-pleasing dish is ideal for cozy family dinners or meal prepping for the week. Bursting with Southwestern flavors, this chicken chowder is the ultimate comfort food to enjoy on a chilly evening.

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium yellow onion, diced
• 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 1 cup roasted green chiles, diced
• 2 large russet potatoes, peeled and diced
• 4 cups unsalted chicken stock
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1 teaspoon cumin
• 0.5 teaspoons smoked paprika
• 1.5 teaspoons salt
• 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
• 2 tablespoons cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
• 0.5 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded (optional, for serving)

Directions

Step 1

1. Heat a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat and add olive oil.

Step 2

2. Season the chicken breasts with a pinch of salt and pepper, then sear them in the pot for 3–4 minutes per side, until golden brown. Remove the chicken and set aside.

Step 3

3. In the same pot, add the diced onion and sauté for 3–4 minutes until softened. Add the minced garlic and continue to cook for 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 4

4. Add the diced green chiles, diced potatoes, chicken stock, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper to the pot. Stir well to combine.

Step 5

5. Return the seared chicken breasts to the pot and bring everything to a gentle boil.

Step 6

6. Reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and let the chowder simmer for 20 minutes or until the chicken is fully cooked and the potatoes are tender.

Step 7

7. Remove the chicken breasts from the pot and shred them using two forks. Return the shredded chicken to the pot.

Step 8

8. Stir in the heavy cream and simmer for an additional 5 minutes to thicken slightly and develop flavor.

Step 9

9. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.

Step 10

10. Ladle the chowder into bowls and garnish with chopped cilantro. Optionally, sprinkle with shredded cheddar cheese before serving.

Step 11

11. Serve hot and enjoy your Green Chile Chicken Chowder!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	2600.8 grams (2600.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2486

Total Fat 142.80g	183%
Saturated Fat 67.90g	340%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 596mg	199%
Sodium 5137mg	223%
Total Carbohydrate 141.40g	51%
Dietary Fiber 15.50g	55%
Total Sugars 18.30g
Protein 143.80g	288%

Vitamin D 16IU	78%
Calcium 645mg	50%
Iron 12mg	64%
Potassium 4349mg	93%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 53.0%

Protein: 23.7%

Carbs: 23.3%