Description
Cozy Chicken Corn Chowder is a warm, creamy, and hearty soup blending tender chicken, sweet corn, potatoes, and rich flavors to create a soul-soothing meal perfect for cold days. Its comforting texture and simple ingredients make it ideal for family dinners, quick lunches, or anytime you crave culinary comfort.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein
- 2 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded or diced
Vegetables
- 1 cup fresh or frozen corn kernels
- 2 medium potatoes, diced
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
Liquids & Dairy
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream or milk (or dairy-free substitute)
- 2 tablespoons butter
Herbs & Seasonings
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme or 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Prep and Sauté Aromatics: Finely chop the onion and mince the garlic. Heat butter in a large pot over medium heat. Sauté the onions until translucent, then add the garlic and cook until fragrant, creating a savory flavor base.
- Cook Potatoes and Corn: Add the diced potatoes and corn kernels to the pot, stirring to combine with the aromatics. Pour in chicken broth until the vegetables are just covered. Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat and simmer until potatoes are fork-tender, about 15-20 minutes.
- Add Chicken and Season: Stir in the cooked, shredded chicken breast along with salt, black pepper, and fresh herbs. Allow the chowder to simmer gently to blend the flavors and warm the chicken without drying it out.
- Finish with Cream: Lower the heat and slowly stir in the heavy cream or milk. Warm the chowder without boiling to preserve the creamy texture. Taste and adjust seasoning before serving.
Notes
- Use homemade chicken broth for a deeper, richer flavor.
- Add cooked chicken near the end of cooking to keep it tender and juicy.
- Mash a few potatoes against the pot sides to naturally thicken the chowder without flour or cornstarch.
- Fresh corn offers the sweetest taste, especially when in season.
- Simmer gently after adding cream to avoid curdling and maintain a silky texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soups
- Method: Stovetop Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1.5 cups
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 75 mg
Keywords: chicken chowder, corn chowder, creamy soup, comfort food, gluten free soup, chicken soup, hearty soup
