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turkey corn chowder southwest style in a bowl

Turkey Corn Chowder Southwest Style

Learn how to make easy turkey corn chowder with a southwest flair by following these simple, step-by-step instructions for an economical weeknight meal.
5 from 4 votes
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 8
Calories 360 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 garlic press
  • 1 Knife
  • 1 cutting board
  • 1 cheese grater
  • 1 Ladle

Ingredients
  

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil or butter
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 14.5-ounce can chicken broth
  • 2 14.75-ounce cans cream style corn
  • 1 4-ounce can diced green chilies
  • 1 14.5-ounce can diced tomatoes
  • pounds cooked turkey, diced
  • 2 cups 2% milk
  • 1 cup Monterey Jack cheese, divided

Instructions
 

  • Heat olive oil or butter in a stock pot on medium heat. Chop the onion and mince the garlic.
  • Add the onion to the olive oil and saute for 2 minutes. Add the minced garlic and saute for 1 minute.
  • Add the chicken broth and cumin, then simmer for 10 minutes.
  • Stir in the remaining ingredients except the milk and cheese. Heat through, stirring occasionally.
  • Add milk and heat through, but do not boil.
  • When ready to serve, ladle the soup into bowls. Sprinkle about 1/8 cup cheese onto the top of each serving. Serves 8.
Keyword dinner, soup, turkey