Hearty Homemade Chicken Corn Chowder: A Creamy Comfort Classic
Easy Chicken Corn Chowder
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Chicken corn chowder is a heartwarming classic that blends tender shredded chicken, sweet yellow and white corn, and creamy potatoes in a savory chicken stock and half-and-half base, perfect for cozy nights.
Ingredients for Chicken Corn Chowder
- 1/2 cup butter
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 carrots, peeled and diced
- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 medium potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 4 cups chicken stock
- 2 cups half-and-half
- 3 cups cooked, shredded chicken
- 2 cups yellow and white corn kernels
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chopped fresh parsley for garnish
How to Make Chicken Corn Chowder
- In a large saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Add onion, carrots, celery, and garlic; sauté until vegetables begin to soften, about 2 minutes.
- Stir in cubed potatoes and pour in the chicken stock. Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat and simmer until potatoes are tender, about 15 minutes.
- Pour in the half-and-half and add shredded chicken and corn kernels. Continue to cook over low heat, stirring occasionally, until heated through.
- Season with salt and pepper. For a thicker chowder, mash a few potato chunks against the pot’s side.
- Ladle into bowls and garnish with fresh parsley and an extra crack of black pepper.
Nutrition Information
Per serving: 443 kcal | Carbs: 50 g | Protein: 15 g | Fat: 22 g | Fiber: 4 g | Sugar: 3 g | Sodium: 489 mg | Cholesterol: 77 mg
Tips & Variations for Chicken Corn Chowder
- Use rotisserie chicken for a speedy weeknight meal.
- Swap half-and-half for heavy cream for extra richness.
- Add a pinch of smoked paprika for a subtle smoky depth.
- Stir in fresh thyme or rosemary for an herby twist.
Enjoy your chicken corn chowder with crusty bread or oyster crackers on the side!
Easy Chicken Corn Chowder
Ingredients
Method
- In a large saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Add onion, carrots, celery, and garlic; sauté until vegetables begin to soften, about 2 minutes.
- Stir in cubed potatoes and pour in the chicken stock. Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat and simmer until potatoes are tender, about 15 minutes.
- Pour in the half-and-half and add shredded chicken and corn kernels. Continue to cook over low heat, stirring occasionally, until heated through.
- Season with salt and pepper. For a thicker chowder, mash a few potato chunks against the pot’s side.
- Ladle into bowls and garnish with fresh parsley and an extra crack of black pepper.
