Description
Chicken Corn Chowder is the ultimate comfort food recipe. This rich and creamy soup is packed with tender chicken, sweet corn, hearty potatoes, and flavorful seasonings. Quick, easy, and perfect for a busy weeknight dinner, it’s a warm, satisfying meal your whole family will love.
Ingredients
1 lb chicken breasts (boneless, skinless), cooked and shredded
2 tablespoons olive oil or butter
1 medium onion, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
3 cups chicken broth
2 cups whole milk
1 cup heavy cream
2 medium potatoes, peeled and diced
1 (15 oz) can sweet corn, drained (or 2 cups fresh/frozen corn)
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1/2 teaspoon paprika
Salt and pepper, to taste
1/4 cup chopped green onions (for garnish)
1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Sauté Vegetables: Heat olive oil or butter in a large pot over medium heat. Sauté diced onion for 3-4 minutes until softened. Add garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Cook the Potatoes: Stir in diced potatoes. Pour in chicken broth and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 10-12 minutes until potatoes are tender.
- Add Cream and Corn: Stir in milk and heavy cream. Add sweet corn, shredded chicken, thyme, paprika, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 5-7 minutes to blend flavors.
- Optional Blending: Use an immersion blender to partially blend for a creamier texture or transfer a portion to a blender and return it to the pot.
- Serve: Ladle into bowls, garnish with green onions and cheddar cheese, and serve warm.
Notes
To thicken, mash some of the potatoes or add a cornstarch slurry.
For a dairy-free version, substitute milk and cream with coconut milk or a non-dairy creamer.
Rotisserie chicken works perfectly as a time-saving option.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6 servings
