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Mexican Street Corn Soup

Irresistible Mexican Street Corn Soup That Warms the Soul

This Mexican Street Corn Soup is a comforting dish that captures the essence of vibrant Mexican flavors and is perfect for any gathering.
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Course: Soups
Cuisine: Mexican
Keyword: comfort food, corn soup, easy soup recipe, Freezer-Friendly, Mexican Street Corn Soup, spicy soup
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes
Servings: 6 cups
Calories: 320kcal

Equipment

  • large pot or Dutch oven

Ingredients

For the Soup Base

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 medium red onion
  • 1 medium jalapeño remove seeds for less spice
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 2 cups fire-roasted corn fresh or canned
  • 1 can diced green chiles mild or hot
  • 1 tablespoon Tajín seasoning
  • 2 teaspoons ground cumin
  • 1 tablespoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt to taste
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper freshly cracked
  • 4 cups chicken stock low-sodium

For Creaminess

  • ½ cup sour cream or full-fat Greek yogurt
  • 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese

For Topping & Freshness

  • 1 medium lime juiced
  • ¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro
  • ½ cup crumbled queso fresco

Instructions

Step-by-Step Instructions

  • In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the diced red onion and jalapeño, cooking for 3-4 minutes until the onion is translucent. Stir in the minced garlic and sauté for an additional 30 seconds.
  • Add the boneless, skinless chicken breasts, fire-roasted corn, and diced green chiles. Sprinkle in the Tajín seasoning, ground cumin, chili powder, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to coat evenly.
  • Pour in 4 cups of chicken stock and bring to a boil. Once bubbling, reduce heat to a simmer, cover, and cook for 25 minutes until chicken is cooked through.
  • Carefully remove the chicken breasts, shred them into bite-sized pieces, and return to the pot. Stir the shredded chicken into the soup.
  • Lower the heat and stir in ½ cup of sour cream or Greek yogurt, 1 cup of shredded Monterey Jack cheese, and the juice of 1 lime. Mix until well combined and creamy; let it simmer for another 3 minutes.
  • Ladle the soup into bowls, garnishing with crumbled queso fresco and chopped fresh cilantro.

Notes

For best flavor, use fresh ingredients and adjust the spice level according to preference. This soup freezes well for future meals.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cup | Calories: 320kcal | Carbohydrates: 25g | Protein: 30g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 80mg | Sodium: 800mg | Potassium: 700mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 750IU | Vitamin C: 20mg | Calcium: 200mg | Iron: 2mg