Description
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this Creamy Chicken Corn Chowder. This rich and savory dish combines tender chicken, sweet corn, and aromatic spices, delivering a warm hug in every bowl. Perfect for chilly nights or family gatherings, this chowder is easy to prepare and can be customized to suit your taste. With vibrant colors and delightful flavors, it will quickly become a family favorite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 2 cups fresh sweet corn kernels
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2–3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream (or half-and-half for a lighter version)
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 tsp salt (adjust to taste)
- ½ tsp black pepper (adjust to taste)
- ½ tsp paprika
- 2 green onions, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Heat a large pot over medium heat. Add a splash of olive oil and sauté diced onions and minced garlic until soft and fragrant (about 5 minutes).
- Add chicken breasts to the pot and cover with chicken broth. Simmer gently until cooked through (15-20 minutes). Remove chicken and set aside.
- Stir in fresh corn along with paprika, salt, and pepper. Let simmer for about 5 minutes.
- Pour in heavy cream and stir gently until combined. Allow it to thicken slightly (about 10 minutes).
- Shred the cooked chicken using two forks or chop into bite-sized pieces. Return to the pot and stir well.
- Serve hot, garnished with chopped green onions.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 19g
- Cholesterol: 70mg