Spicy Corn Chowder Light

Spicy Corn Chowder Light is a lightened up version of this creamy, hearty, delicious soup and is perfect for a cold winter night

Course Soup

Cuisine American

Keyword Corn Chowder, Skinny Corn Chowder, Spicy Corn Chowder

Prep Time 10

Cook Time 20

Total Time 30

Servings

Calories 113kcal

Author Michele @ Flavor Mosaic

Ingredients

1/2 vidalia onion chopped
1 clove garlic minced
1/2 red bell pepper chopped
1/2 green bell pepper chopped
1 to 2 jalapenos seeded and chopped (adjust amount according to taste)
2 TBL reduced fat light margarine such as Brummel and Brown
3 TBL all purpose flour
1/2 cup evaporated skim milk
1-1/2 cups non-fat milk
1 15-1/2 oz can corn with diced green and red peppers, drained
1/3 of a 20 oz package of frozen hashed brown potatoes, such as Simply Potatoes (southwest style), thawed
Black Pepper to taste
Cayenne pepper to taste optional

Instructions

In a skillet over medium heat melt 2 tablespoons of light margarine.
Add the chopped onion, red and green bell peppers, jalapenos and garlic.
Stir in 3 tablespoons of all purpose flour until it becomes almost a thick paste.
Pour in the evaporated skim milk and stir.
Pour mixture into a large pot.
Add the corn and shredded potatoes.
Gradually stir in skim milk until you achieve the desired thickness.
Add black pepper and cayenne to taste.
Let the chowder simmer for at least 20 minutes.

Notes

This recipe is Weight Watcher friendly. 1 serving is 4 Weight Watchers Points Plus. NOTE: That does not include toppings of reduced fat cheese or bacon.

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