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Roasted Poblano Corn Chowder

Roasted Poblano Corn Chowder features smoky charred poblano peppers and sweet corn simmered into a creamy jade-green chowder. You’ll simmer tender diced potatoes and finish with heavy cream for a rich, velvety bowl.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 475
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

poblano peppers
  • 3 poblano peppers Char, steam, peel, seed, and dice.
butter and aromatics
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 1 onion Small onion, chopped.
  • 3 garlic cloves Minced.
thickener and broth
  • 0.25 cup all-purpose flour
  • 4 cup chicken or vegetable broth Use chicken or vegetable depending on preference.
corn and potatoes
  • 3 cup corn kernels Fresh, frozen, or canned; kernels only.
  • 1 cup diced potatoes
cream and seasoning
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 salt and pepper To taste.

Equipment

  • 1 sheet pan
  • 1 Dutch oven

Method
 

Char and prep the poblanos
  1. Char the poblano peppers under a broiler or over an open flame until blackened, then transfer to a covered bowl and steam for 10 minutes.
  2. Peel, seed, and dice the charred poblano peppers, then set them aside.
Build the chowder base
  1. Melt the butter in a large pot over medium heat, then saute the chopped onion until soft.
  2. Add the minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
  3. Whisk in the all-purpose flour and cook for 1 minute.
  4. Gradually whisk in the chicken or vegetable broth until smooth.
Simmer
  1. Add the diced potatoes and simmer until tender, about 15 minutes at a gentle bubbling state.
  2. Stir in the corn kernels, diced poblanos, and heavy cream.
  3. Simmer for another 10 minutes, then season with salt and pepper to taste.

Notes

Pro tip: Steam-steeping the charred poblanos in a covered bowl for 10 minutes loosens the skins fast—then peel while still warm. Refrigerate leftovers in an airtight container up to 4 days; freezer: yes, but the texture may thin after thawing—reheat gently and stir.