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Creamy Chicken Corn Chowder

This cozy chowder combines tender chicken, sweet corn, and creamy flavors, making it a perfect comfort food for chilly nights.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 400
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Flavor Base
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 4 strips thick-cut bacon, chopped optional but adds great flavor
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 2 ribs celery, diced
  • 2 medium carrots, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
Main Ingredients
  • 2 large russet potatoes, peeled and cubed
  • 3 cups chicken broth, low sodium
  • 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded or cubed rotisserie works great
  • 2 cups sweet corn kernels fresh, canned, or frozen
Dairy and Thickeners
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 1 cup heavy cream or half and half
  • 2 tablespoons flour or cornstarch for thickening
Seasonings and Garnish
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika optional
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • Fresh chives or parsley for garnish

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Brown the chopped bacon in a large pot over medium heat until crisp. Scoop it out and set aside.
  2. Add the butter to the pot with the bacon drippings, and stir in the diced onion, celery, and carrots. Cook for 5 to 7 minutes until the veggies are soft.
  3. Add minced garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds.
Simmer and Thicken
  1. Stir in the cubed potatoes, chicken broth, and smoked paprika. Bring to a gentle boil, then lower to a simmer and cook for 10 to 12 minutes until potatoes are tender.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk flour with milk to create a smooth slurry. Pour it into the pot while stirring.
  3. Add the corn and shredded chicken, then simmer for 5 to 7 minutes until creamy and thickened. Adjust thickness with more broth or milk if necessary.
Finish and Serve
  1. Reduce heat to low and stir in the cream and half of the crispy bacon. Taste and season with salt and pepper.
  2. Ladle into bowls and top with the remaining bacon and a sprinkle of fresh chives.

Notes

Use small potato cubes for quicker cooking. Rotisserie chicken saves time. For extra thickness, mash some potato cubes directly in the pot. Add dairy at the end to avoid curdling. Customize flavors by adding a squeeze of lemon or swapping in extra veggies if desired.