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Creamy Corn Chowder with Bacon and Potatoes Recipe

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3.9 from 76 reviews

  • Author: Jane
  • Total Time: 35 mins
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

A creamy, hearty American corn chowder made with sweet corn, tender potatoes, and crispy bacon. This comforting soup is perfect for any season, combining rich flavors and satisfying textures in a simple one-pot meal.

Ingredients

Soup Ingredients

  • 4 slices bacon, chopped
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 cups corn kernels (fresh or frozen)
  • 2 potatoes, diced
  • 3 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup milk or cream
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • Chopped parsley, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Cook the Bacon: In a large pot, cook the chopped bacon over medium heat until it’s crispy. This releases flavorful bacon fat. Once done, remove the bacon with a slotted spoon and set it aside, leaving the fat in the pot.
  2. Sauté Onion and Garlic: In the remaining bacon fat, add the diced onion and minced garlic. Sauté until the onion becomes translucent and fragrant, about 3-5 minutes, which builds the flavor base of the chowder.
  3. Add Potatoes, Corn, and Broth: Add the diced potatoes and corn kernels to the pot. Pour in the chicken broth and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer. Cover and cook for about 15 minutes or until the potatoes are tender when pierced with a fork.
  4. Incorporate Milk or Cream: Stir in the milk or cream to the pot. Heat the chowder gently, allowing it to warm through and become creamy without boiling, which could curdle the dairy.
  5. Serve and Garnish: Ladle the chowder into bowls. Sprinkle the crispy bacon and chopped parsley on top for added texture and a fresh finish.

Notes

  • For a thicker chowder, mash some of the potatoes in the pot before adding the milk or cream to create a creamier texture.
  • You can substitute the milk or cream with a non-dairy alternative for a different twist.
  • Use vegetable broth to make this recipe vegetarian, omitting the bacon or substituting with smoked paprika for smoky flavor.
  • Fresh corn kernels when in season add the best sweetness and texture, but frozen corn works well and is convenient year-round.
  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 25 mins
  • Category: Soup
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American

Find it online: https://cookingmomy.com/creamy-corn-chowder-with-bacon-and-potatoes-recipe/