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Creamy Chicken Corn Chowder with Bacon

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You will make this rich, creamy chicken corn chowder with bacon and potatoes for a hearty, comforting meal perfect for chilly days or easy weeknight dinners.

Ingredients

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  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1/2 cup diced onion
  • 1 tablespoon minced garlic
  • 8 cups chicken stock
  • 2 cups cooked, shredded chicken (rotisserie works well)
  • 2 cups corn kernels (fresh or frozen)
  • 2 cups diced potatoes (Russet or Yukon Gold)
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 4 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 cup chopped green onions, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the diced onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute more until fragrant.
  2. Stir in the flour and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly to create a roux.
  3. Gradually whisk in the chicken stock until the mixture is smooth and there are no lumps. Bring the mixture to a simmer, stirring occasionally.
  4. Add the diced potatoes, corn, and shredded chicken to the pot. Continue to simmer until the potatoes are tender, about 15 to 20 minutes.
  5. Reduce the heat to low. Stir in the heavy cream, salt, and pepper. Heat through gently; do not allow the soup to boil after adding the cream.
  6. Taste the chowder and adjust salt and pepper as needed.
  7. Ladle the creamy chicken corn chowder into bowls. Top each serving with crumbled bacon and chopped green onions.

Notes

  • For a slow cooker version, combine all ingredients except the heavy cream and bacon in the slow cooker. Cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours. Stir in the heavy cream during the last 30 minutes of cooking. Top with bacon before serving.
  • If you prefer a thicker chowder, mash about 1 cup of the potatoes against the side of the pot before adding the cream.
  • Use leftover chicken or rotisserie chicken to make this a quick chowder dinner.

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