14 Reviews of Corn, Crab, and Chipotle Chowder

From: BayLeigh Ann

On Mar 7, 2004

5 Stars for ease of preparation (what's a little chopping?)and FLAVOR GALORE! I really think there's a difference between real crab and imitation..but at $5/lb I couldn't afford to do it all real - so i split the difference and did 1lb fresh crab and 1lb imitation -no one but me knew (not even my hubby who HATES imitation crab). I used frozen corn instead of cob.. didn't have enough clam juice and substituted 1 c. chicken stock instead. Also, opted to add an additional cup. The two chipotles were perfect for my family and friends. I'll remember to get more clam juice next time, as I think it probably adds to the flavor of the dish. Thanks Rita - Fantastic recipe

From: chia

On Sep 22, 2003

delicious with just the right kick! i only used 1 chipolte for my less adventurous eaters, and i did use frozen corn. we just loved the combination of textures and flavors in this and it was a great starter for a tex mex meal

From: Miss Mustang

On Aug 31, 2005

I recently had corn and chipotle chowder at a high end restaurant and it was delicious, so I began my search. This is a fine recipe. What I did do was food process the ingredients after the simmering and before adding the cream. Since I used canned corn, I found this to be a must since the kernels made the chowder appear more like a soup than a chowder. I also used imitation crabmeat since the cost of fresh is almost prohibitive. The chipotle chiles added zip and fire! I will make this chowder again.

From: ToriHamm

On Jan 9, 2008

This chowder is out of this world incredible! Sooo Delicious.I made this tonight for myself and DD (who is 9). I used 1 chipotle because it was a hot one! I added some of the adobo sauce as well,I used frozen corn.(no fresh here in jersey during january...)Followed the rest as is and oh boy!My daughter said.. Mommy..this is a do again! Absolutely Excellent!

From: susie cooks

On Jun 6, 2006

Very good!! I love corn and crab togther. I did make half the recipe but kept the clam juice at 2 cups and the cream at 1 1/2 cups. I used dungeness crab. The kick from the chiles is perfect. Thanks!

From: bobo3039

On Apr 21, 2007

Very substantial and tasty! The chipotle adds just enough kick. No changes necessary for this winner.

From: Barb Gertz

On Sep 16, 2003

Very good,I made it just like the recipe said, except I used canned Crab meat, Also 1 can of clams plus the clam juice. Be careful of how much of the chipotle chiles in adobo sauce that you use, Unless you like it really hot. I used 1&1/2 chiles (seeds removed) it was a little to spicey for us, but very good tasting except for that.The corn cob does add a lot of flavor. I will be making this again but with less chile's. Thank you Rita for posting the recipe.

From: Sugar&Spice&Everything Nice

On Jan 4, 2008

Excellent recipe, very flavorful. I would not change a thing. I used this a dip with crackers and my sister-in-law and I ate it for dinner, our husbands liked it too.

From: csingleton24

On Aug 11, 2009

I originally thought this recipe was just going to be "OK", but wanted to make it because I had all the ingredients on hand. Boy, was I glad I did! This recipe was awesome. I had to cut it in half because I only had 1 cup of clam broth and cream. I did use imitation crab instead of lump also. To me it was still great. The one thing I would do differently next time is puree the chowder a little to make it less chunky and then add the crab. This one's a keeper. Awesome recipe! Thanks for sharing.

From: Rennug

On Feb 14, 2009

This was awesome!!!!!! I added some blanced asparagus at the end and a 1/4 cup of sherry during the cooking process. It is perfect. I am now making this with two cans of clams instead of crab to see what it tastes like. Should be some goood chowda!!!!!!!!! Ill keep ya posted.