Chicken Corn Chowder
A creamy and comforting chicken corn chowder, blending chicken, potatoes, and sweet corn with a touch of spices for a heartwarming meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Non-Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound Chicken (breast or thighs)
- 2 cups Corn (fresh, frozen, or canned)
- 2 cups Potatoes (Yukon gold or russet)
- 1 cup Heavy cream
- 1 Onion
- 2 cloves Garlic
- 4 cups Vegetable or chicken broth
- Seasonings (salt, pepper, thyme, paprika)
- 2 tablespoons Butter or olive oil
Instructions
- Sauté the aromatics: In a large pot, melt butter or heat olive oil over medium heat. Add diced onion and sauté for about 5 minutes until soft. Add minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- Add the chicken: Toss in diced chicken and season with salt, pepper, thyme, and paprika. Cook until no longer pink, about 6-8 minutes.
- Toss in the potatoes and corn: Dice potatoes and add them along with corn to the pot. Stir well to combine.
- Pour in the broth: Add broth and bring to a gentle boil. Reduce heat to simmer, cover, and cook for about 20 minutes.
- Cream it up: Lower the heat, pour in heavy cream, and stir gently.
- Adjust the seasoning to your liking.
- Serve immediately and enjoy!
Notes
Garnish with fresh herbs, olive oil, or croutons. Pairs well with crusty bread or a light salad.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: chicken, corn chowder, comfort food, creamy soup, hearty meal