Description
Creamy Corn Chowder is a warm and comforting dish that perfectly blends the sweetness of corn with the savory crunch of turkey bacon and the heartiness of potatoes. This one-pot meal is ideal for chilly evenings and gatherings, offering a rich, velvety texture that will have everyone asking for more. With its quick preparation time and simple ingredients, this chowder is not just delicious but also great for busy weeknights. Customize it with your favorite vegetables or spices for a personal touch. Enjoy a bowl of this creamy delight that embodies comfort food at its best.
Ingredients
- 4 strips Turkey Bacon
- 1/2 medium onion (chopped)
- 3 sticks celery (chopped)
- 2 medium carrots (peeled & chopped)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1/4 cup flour
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 4 cups corn (fresh or frozen)
- 2 large Russet potatoes (peeled & diced)
- Italian seasoning and cayenne pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot, cook turkey bacon over medium-high heat until crispy (about 10 minutes). Remove and set aside, leaving some fat in the pot.
- Sauté onion, celery, and carrots in the remaining fat for about 5 minutes until softened.
- Stir in minced garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds.
- Sprinkle flour over the vegetables, stirring constantly for about one minute.
- Gradually add chicken broth while stirring to dissolve the flour.
- Incorporate heavy cream, corn, diced potatoes, Italian seasoning, and cayenne pepper (if using). Bring to a boil before reducing to a simmer.
- Cook until potatoes are tender (15-20 minutes), stirring occasionally.
- Season with salt and pepper before serving topped with reserved turkey bacon.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 50mg