Quick And Easy Crab And Corn Chowder Recipe

Name: Quick And Easy Crab And Corn Chowder
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons butter; 2 slices thick bacon, cooked and broken into 1/4 inch pieces; 1 medium onion, chopped; 1/2 bell pepper; 2 celery ribs, chopped; 4 sprigs fresh thyme; 2 teaspoons Old Bay Seasoning; 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour; 3 cups half-and-half; 2 cups chicken broth; 1 cup shredded hash brown potatoes; 8 -10 ounces crabmeat; 1 cup corn kernel; salt and pepper; hot sauce (optional)

Servings: persons

2 tablespoons butter
2 slices thick bacon, cooked and broken into 1/4 inch pieces
1 medium onion, chopped
1/2 bell pepper
2 celery ribs, chopped
4 sprigs fresh thyme
2 teaspoons Old Bay Seasoning
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
3 cups half-and-half
2 cups chicken broth
1 cup shredded hash brown potatoes
8 -10 ounces crabmeat
1 cup corn kernel
salt and pepper
hot sauce (optional)

1
In a 3 to 4 quart saucepan on medium high heat melt butter.
2
Add cooked bacon pieces, onion, bell pepper, celery, and thyme.
3
Season with salt, pepper, and hot sauce if used and cook about 5 minutes.
4
In a bowl mix flour and Old Bay Seasoning
5
Stir in half of flour and seasoning mixture into the saucepan stiring well
6
Add remaining mixture and continue to stir. Should become almost like a paste.
7
Slowly whisk in a little of the Half & Half at a time so as to keep temperature up, blending well.
8
Slowly whisk in the chicken broth the same way.
9
Cook until it begins to bubble ad then stir in the hash brown potatoes.
10
Simmer till potatoes are cooked and chowder thickens till it just coats the back of a spoon.
11
Add crab meat a little at a time and then add corn kernels.
12
Simmer just another minute being careful not to overcook crab meat.

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* 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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

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 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tablespoons butter, 2 slices thick bacon, cooked and broken into 1/4 inch pieces, 1 medium onion, chopped, 1/2 bell pepper, and more.

Yes, Quick And Easy Crab And Corn Chowder falls under the Seafood 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!

Quick And Easy Crab And Corn Chowder

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