Spicy Corn Chowder Recipe

Name: Spicy Corn Chowder
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 pieces thick-sliced bacon, chopped; 1 medium vidalia onion, finely chopped; 1 medium red bell pepper, chopped; salt & freshly ground black pepper; 1 small jalapeno, chopped seeds and ribs removed; 3 garlic cloves, finely chopped; 1/4 cup all-purpose flour; 4 cups chicken stock; 2 large red potatoes, well scrubbed and small diced; 1 cup heavy cream; 16 ounces frozen corn; 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper; 1 bay leaf

Servings: persons

4 pieces thick-sliced bacon, chopped
1 medium vidalia onion, finely chopped
1 medium red bell pepper, chopped
salt & freshly ground black pepper
1 small jalapeno, chopped seeds and ribs removed
3 garlic cloves, finely chopped
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
4 cups chicken stock
2 large red potatoes, well scrubbed and small diced
1 cup heavy cream
16 ounces frozen corn
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 bay leaf

1
In a small saucepan over medium heat, saute the bacon until crisp and browned and the fat is rendered. With a slotted spoon, transfer bacon to paper towel and reserve. There should be about 4 tablespoons of bacon grease in pan.
2
Add the onions and red pepper to pan. Saute until tender and translucent, about 4 minutes. Season with salt and pepper, to taste.
3
Add the jalapeno and garlic and saute until fragrant, about 1 minute.
4
Stir in the flour until thoroughly combined. Cook the flour until it reaches a slight blonde color, about 1 minute.
5
Stir in the chicken stock and the potatoes and simmer for 10 minutes; potatoes will become soft.
6
Add the cream, corn, cayenne and bay leaf. Simmer for 15 more minutes. Pour into a serving bowl and garnish with the reserved bacon.

1432

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

123

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 pieces thick-sliced bacon, chopped, 1 medium vidalia onion, finely chopped, 1 medium red bell pepper, chopped, salt & freshly ground black pepper, and more.

Yes, Spicy 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.

Spicy Corn Chowder

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