Potato and Corn Chowder Recipe
This one-pot Potato and Corn Chowder Recipe is a savory mix of tender potatoes and sweet corn! With crispy bacon on top and a sprinkle of fresh chives, every bite is full of comforting yumminess. The best part? It’s ready in about 30 minutes! Whether you use fresh or frozen corn, it will still have a cozy, rich flavor.
Servings: 6 -8
Calories: 429kcal
Equipment
Ingredients
- 6 oz bacon chopped, about 4-5 thick slices or 6-7 regular
- 1 medium onion chopped
- 2 teaspoon garlic minced
- ¼ cup flour
- 6 cups chicken stock
- 1 lb yukon gold potatoes cut into ½ inch pieces
- 3 cups corn fresh or frozen (about 4-5 cobs)
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon dried thyme
- ½ teaspoon pepper
- 1 cup half n half
- 1 tablespoon honey
- Optional toppings: Cheddar cheese and green onions
Instructions
- In a large pot, cook the bacon over medium heat until browned. Remove some to a paper towel lined plate for garnish.
- Add the onion to the remaining bacon and cook until soft, 3-4 minutes.
- Add garlic for 1 minute. Stir occasionally.
- Whisk in the flour and cook for 1 minute.
- Slowly add the broth, whisking consistently to help it combine without getting clumpy. Once thoroughly combined, add the potatoes, corn, salt, thyme, pepper. Cover and bring to a boil over high heat. Once boiling, reduce to a simmer and cook uncovered for 15-20 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender. Stir occasionally.
- Remove from the heat. Add half n half and honey. Serve with toppings
Notes
Tips & Tricks
- Cut the potato into evenly sized chunks.
- Add broth slowly to the cooked flour mixture and whisk consistently so it combines smoothly.
- Use frozen corn in place of fresh. We prefer white corn but either will work.
- Add more meat: at the end stir in pieces of cooked ham or chicken.
- Increase the vegetables: Instead of adding in only frozen corn, try a bag of mixed veggies or other frozen veggies of your choice.
- Add more creaminess: To make it even creamer, and bit thicker, use heavy cream in place of the half and half.
Nutrition
Calories: 429kcal | Carbohydrates: 49g | Protein: 16g | Fat: 20g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 8g | Trans Fat: 0.04g | Cholesterol: 40mg | Sodium: 950mg | Potassium: 889mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 13g | Vitamin A: 369IU | Vitamin C: 22mg | Calcium: 73mg | Iron: 2mg
