Smoky Bacon and Corn Chowder Recipe

Name: Smoky Bacon and Corn Chowder
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 8 ounces sliced bacon, cut into 1/2-inch pieces; 1 large sweet onion, chopped; 2 garlic cloves, minced; ½ teaspoon smoked paprika; ¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (or to taste); 2 (10 ounce) packages frozen corn; 3 cups chicken broth or 3 cups vegetable broth; 1 cup half-and-half; kosher salt and pepper; 4 scallions, trimmed and thinly sliced

Servings: persons

1
Cook bacon in large saucepan or dutch oven over medium heat until crisp, about 8 minutes, and transfer to paper towels to drain.
2
Discard all but 2 Tbs of drippings and return pot to medium heat.
3
Cook the onion, stirring occasionally until soft, 5-7 minutes.
4
Add garlic, paprika and red pepper flakes and cook, stirring, 2 minutes.
5
Stir in the corn, broth and half-and-half and bring to a boil.
6
Reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes.
7
Transfer half of the soup to a blender or food processor and puree until smooth.
8
Return to pot, season with salt and pepper and stir to combine.
9
Serve in bowls topped with bacon and scallions.

733

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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

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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 8 ounces sliced bacon, cut into 1/2-inch pieces, 1 large sweet onion, chopped, 2 garlic cloves, minced, ½ teaspoon smoked paprika, and more.

Yes, Smoky Bacon and 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.

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Smoky Bacon and Corn Chowder

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