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Mexican Street Corn Soup

Creamy Mexican Street Corn Soup that Warms Your Soul

Enjoy this Creamy Mexican Street Corn Soup, a deliciously hearty meal that blends zesty flavors with a creamy texture, perfect for weeknight dinners.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 6 cups
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 300

Ingredients
  

For the Soup Base
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil or avocado oil
  • 1 small Red Onion finely chopped
  • 1 medium Jalapeño diced
  • 3 cloves Garlic minced
  • 2 12 oz. Boneless Chicken Breasts or shredded rotisserie chicken
  • 1 12 oz. Fire-Roasted Frozen Corn or fresh corn
  • 1 4 oz. Diced Green Chiles fresh chiles for fresher flavor
  • 1 tablespoon Tajín Seasoning or chili powder
  • 2 teaspoons Ground Cumin
  • 2 teaspoons Chile Powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon Table Salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon Black Pepper
  • 4 cups Chicken Stock or vegetable broth
For the Creamy Finish
  • 2 cups Sour Cream or Greek yogurt, non-dairy alternatives for dairy-free
  • 1/2 cup Shredded Monterey Jack Cheese any melty cheese
  • 1 lime Lime Juice or lemon juice
  • 1/4 cup Chopped Cilantro or parsley
For Toppings
  • 1/2 cup Queso Fresco crumbled, or feta
  • Garnishes lime wedges and additional cilantro

Equipment

  • Large pot or Dutch oven

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Mexican Street Corn Soup
  1. In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium-high heat. Add a finely chopped small red onion and a diced medium jalapeño, cooking for 3-4 minutes until soft. Stir in 3 cloves of minced garlic and sauté for another 30 seconds.
  2. Stir in 2 boneless chicken breasts, 12 oz. of fire-roasted frozen corn, and a 4 oz. can of diced green chiles. Season with 1 tablespoon of Tajín seasoning, 2 teaspoons each of ground cumin and chili powder, ½ teaspoon of salt, and ¼ teaspoon of black pepper.
  3. Pour in 4 cups of chicken stock and bring to a boil, then reduce it to a simmer. Cover and let it simmer for 25 minutes.
  4. Remove the chicken from the pot, shred it on a cutting board, and return it to the pot.
  5. Mix in 2 cups of sour cream, ½ cup of shredded Monterey Jack cheese, the juice of 1 lime, and ¼ cup of chopped cilantro. Simmer on low for an additional 3 minutes.
  6. Ladle into bowls, topping each portion with ½ cup of crumbled queso fresco, lime wedges, and extra cilantro.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 18gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 4gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This soup can be made ahead and stores well. Use fresh corn for a sweeter taste and adjust the spice level as needed.

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