Easy Corn Chowder Recipe – Creamy & Comforting
This easy corn chowder recipe is creamy, flavorful, and packed with hearty ingredients. A perfect comfort food meal!
Servings: 4 bowls
Ingredients
- 4 slices bacon, chopped
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups frozen corn
- 2 medium potatoes, peeled and diced
- 3 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 green onions, sliced for garnish
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, cook the chopped bacon until crispy. Remove and set aside.
- In the same pot, add the diced onion and garlic. Sauté until softened, about 3 minutes.
- Stir in the corn, potatoes, chicken broth, salt, pepper, and smoked paprika. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes or until potatoes are tender.
- Use an immersion blender to partially blend the soup, leaving some chunks for texture.
- Stir in the heavy cream and cheddar cheese. Cook for another 3 minutes until creamy and heated through.
- Serve hot, garnished with crispy bacon and green onions.