Corn Chowder
Corn chowder is a comforting and creamy dish that brings the delightful flavors of summer corn and crispy bacon together in a warm bowl. Perfect for chilly evenings, this easy-to-make chowder offers a burst of sweetness from fresh corn, savory notes from bacon, and a velvety texture that will warm your heart. Whether enjoyed as a starter or main dish, it’s guaranteed to become a favorite at family gatherings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups fresh corn kernels (about 6 ears)
- 4 slices thick-cut bacon, diced
- 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 medium Yukon gold potatoes, diced (about 2 cups)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 tsp fresh thyme leaves
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the bacon in a large pot over medium heat until crispy. Remove and set aside.
- In the same pot with the bacon drippings, sauté onions until translucent. Add garlic and cook until fragrant.
- Stir in diced potatoes and corn; cook for about 2–3 minutes.
- Pour in chicken broth, bring to a simmer, and cook for 15–20 minutes until potatoes are tender.
- Lower the heat and stir in heavy cream, thyme, salt, and pepper; let simmer for another 5 minutes.
- Serve hot, topped with crispy bacon bits or fresh herbs if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 1.5 cups)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 45mg