Creamy Corn Chowder Recipe

Name: Creamy Corn Chowder
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 6 slices bacon, cut into 1-inch pieces; 1 medium onion, chopped; 2 stalks celery, chopped; 1 medium red bell pepper, seeded and chopped; 3 medium red potatoes, diced; 1 (1 lb.) bag frozen corn kernels, thawed; 1 teaspoon dried thyme; Salt and pepper; 1/3 cup all-purpose flour; 6 cups chicken broth; 1 bay leaf; 1 cup half-and-half

Servings: persons

6 slices bacon, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 medium onion, chopped
2 stalks celery, chopped
1 medium red bell pepper, seeded and chopped
3 medium red potatoes, diced
1 (1 lb.) bag frozen corn kernels, thawed
1 teaspoon dried thyme
Salt and pepper
1/3 cup all-purpose flour
6 cups chicken broth
1 bay leaf
1 cup half-and-half

1
In a 4-quart soup pot, cook bacon over medium-high heat, stirring, until brown and crispy, about 5 minutes. Pour off all but 2 Tbsp. fat.
2
Add onion, celery and bell pepper and cook, stirring, until softened, 4 to 5 minutes. Add potatoes, corn, thyme, salt and pepper. Stir to combine.
3
Sprinkle flour over mixture and stir until thickened and fragrant, about 3 minutes.
4
Slowly pour in broth, stirring constantly until smooth. Add bay leaf; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer until potatoes are tender, 25 minutes.
5
Remove bay leaf and stir in half-and-half. Cook until warmed through.

965

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

132

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 6 slices bacon, cut into 1-inch pieces, 1 medium onion, chopped, 2 stalks celery, chopped, 1 medium red bell pepper, seeded and chopped, and more.

Yes, Creamy 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.

Creamy Corn Chowder

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