Cheesy Chicken Corn Chowder Recipe

Name: Cheesy Chicken Corn Chowder
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 slices bacon; 1 large onion, diced; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 6 cups chicken broth; 2 russet potatoes, peeled and diced; 3 cups corn kernels; 1 ½ cups shredded cooked chicken; 2 cups half-and-half; 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese; cayenne, a pinch (or to taste); salt; pepper; ¼ cup minced fresh parsley

Servings: persons

4 slices bacon
1 large onion, diced
2 garlic cloves, minced
6 cups chicken broth
2 russet potatoes, peeled and diced
3 cups corn kernels
1 ½ cups shredded cooked chicken
2 cups half-and-half
1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
cayenne, a pinch (or to taste)
salt
pepper
¼ cup minced fresh parsley

1
In a large soup pot, fry bacon over med-high heat until crisp.
2
Remove bacon strips to a paper towel, leaving bacon fat in pot.
3
Add onion and garlic to bacon fat; saute 3 minutes.
4
Add broth, diced potatoes, and corn; bring to a boil; decrease heat to medium.
5
Simmer 20 minutes, stirring often.
6
Return bacon to pot; stir in chicken and half-and-half.
7
Continue to simmer 5 minutes; do not boil.
8
Stir in cheese, cayenne, salt, and pepper to taste.
9
Stir until cheese has melted.
10
Remove from heat and stir in parsley.

1302

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

168

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 slices bacon, 1 large onion, diced, 2 garlic cloves, minced, 6 cups chicken broth, and more.

Yes, Cheesy Chicken Corn Chowder falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Cheesy Chicken Corn Chowder

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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