Creamy Chicken Corn Chowder
A rich, comforting bowl of creamy chicken corn chowder loaded with tender chicken, sweet corn, soft potatoes, and smoky bacon. Perfect for cozy dinners, meal prep, or cold-weather comfort.
Equipment
- Large soup pot or Dutch oven
- Cutting board
- Sharp knife
- Wooden spoon or ladle
- Measuring cups and spoons
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 4 slices bacon chopped
- 1 medium onion diced
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 2 medium potatoes peeled and diced
- 2 cups cooked chicken chopped or shredded
- 2 cups corn kernels
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup milk
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley chopped
Instructions
- Cook the chopped bacon in a large pot over medium heat until crispy, then remove and set aside.
- Add butter to the pot and sauté the onion until soft and translucent.
- Stir in the garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add the potatoes, corn, chicken, chicken broth, salt, pepper, paprika, and thyme.
- Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15-20 minutes until potatoes are tender.
- Lower the heat and slowly stir in the milk and heavy cream. Simmer gently for 5 minutes without boiling.
- Stir in the cooked bacon and fresh parsley. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
- Remove from heat and let rest before serving.
Notes
Nutritional Info (per serving)
- Calories: 420
- Protein: 22g
- Fat: 28g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
