Go Back
Hearty Chicken Corn Chowder Recipe recipe
Print Pin

Hearty Chicken Corn Chowder Recipe Crowd-Pleasing •

Hearty Chicken Corn Chowder Recipe:
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings 6
Calories 390kcal

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 medium onion diced
  • 2 carrots diced
  • 2 celery stalks diced
  • 3 garlic cloves minced
  • 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 2 cups cooked chicken shredded
  • 2 cups corn kernels fresh, frozen, or canned
  • 2 medium potatoes diced
  • 1 cup heavy cream or half-and-half
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt or to taste
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley chopped (for garnish)
  • Cooked bacon bits optional, for topping

Instructions

  • In a large pot, heat butter and olive oil over medium heat.
  • Add onion, carrots, and celery. Sauté for 5–6 minutes until softened.
  • Stir in garlic and cook for 1 minute.
  • Sprinkle in flour and stir well to coat vegetables. Cook for 1–2 minutes.
  • Slowly whisk in chicken broth until smooth.
  • Add potatoes, thyme, paprika, salt, and pepper. Bring to a simmer and cook for 10–12 minutes until potatoes are tender.
  • Stir in shredded chicken and corn. Simmer for another 5 minutes.
  • Lower the heat and stir in heavy cream. Heat gently without boiling.
  • Adjust seasoning to taste and remove from heat.
  • Ladle into bowls, garnish with parsley and bacon bits if desired, and serve warm.