Chicken & Corn Chowder
Chicken & Corn Chowder is a heartwarming dish that envelops you in creamy goodness, making every spoonful a comforting experience. This easy one-pot recipe combines tender chicken, sweet corn, and aromatic herbs to create a delightful balance of flavors. Perfect for busy weeknights or cozy family dinners, this chowder is quick to prepare yet rich in taste, ensuring it will impress everyone at your table.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 2 cups fresh or frozen corn kernels
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream or whole milk
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 2 bay leaves
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, melt the butter and sauté the onions and garlic until fragrant and translucent (3-5 minutes).
- Add the chicken breasts to the pot, seasoning with salt and pepper. Cook until browned on both sides (about 5 minutes).
- Pour in the chicken broth, adding bay leaves and thyme. Simmer for about 15 minutes until the chicken is cooked through.
- Remove the chicken, shred it with two forks, and return it to the pot along with corn.
- Stir in heavy cream (or milk) and simmer for an additional five minutes.
- Adjust seasoning as needed before serving warm.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: - For added flavor, consider incorporating fresh herbs like dill or parsley. - To make it vegetarian-friendly, swap chicken for diced potatoes or mushrooms. - Serve with crusty bread for dipping.