Best Easy Corn Chowder Recipe

Thick, creamy corn chowder bursting with sweet corn kernels and potatoes is a heartwarming vegetarian soup. This family-friendly comfort bowl celebrates fresh corn flavor in every spoonful.

Cook 55 min Difficulty EASY 305 kcal
#vegetarian #comfort food #soup #family friendly
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Ingredients
Main ingredients
  • Fresh corn kernels 3 cups
  • Russet potatoes, peeled and diced 2 cups
  • Onion, diced 1 cup
  • Celery, chopped 0.5 cup
  • Carrot, diced 0.5 cup
  • Whole milk 2 cups
  • Vegetable broth 2 cups
Seasonings/Sauce
  • Butter 2 tbsp
  • All-purpose flour 2 tbsp
  • Salt 1 tsp
  • Black pepper 0.5 tsp
  • Paprika 0.25 tsp
  • Fresh chives, chopped 2 tbsp
Nutrition summary
Carbohydrates 48 g 63%
Protein 8 g 11%
Fat 9 g 26%
Serving size 350g
Cooking steps
  1. 1

    Melt the butter in a large pot over medium heat. Once sizzling, add the diced onion, celery, and carrot, and sauté for 5 minutes until the onion turns translucent.

  2. 2

    Add the flour and stir constantly for 1-2 minutes to create a light roux, ensuring the flour is fully incorporated to help thicken the chowder.

  3. 3

    Stir in the potatoes and corn kernels, then gradually add the vegetable broth while scraping the bottom of the pot to release any brown bits for depth of flavor.

  4. 4

    Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat to low. Simmer covered for about 20 minutes until potatoes are tender but not falling apart.

  5. 5

    Pour in the milk, paprika, salt, and pepper, and let the soup gently heat (do not boil) for 5 minutes. Adjust seasoning to taste. For a creamier texture, use an immersion blender to blend a quarter of the soup, then stir well.

  6. 6

    Serve the corn chowder hot, garnished with chopped fresh chives.

Personalized Q&A
Q. What's the key ingredient in this recipe?
The key ingredient in this chowder is fresh corn kernels. Their sweet, juicy pop defines both the flavor and hearty texture of the soup, truly transforming it into a celebration of corn. Potatoes also help create body and a silky mouthfeel.
Q. Which cooking step requires the most attention to get the perfect consistency?
Careful attention is needed when stirring in the flour to make a roux. This step ensures the chowder achieves a luscious, creamy thickness. Stir constantly over medium heat until the flour is absorbed and there’s a subtle toasty aroma, then add broth little by little to avoid lumps.
Q. How do I avoid overcooking the potatoes?
Simmer the chowder just until the potatoes are fork-tender but still hold their shape, about 20 minutes. Avoid a hard boil after adding the milk to prevent both curdling and breaking down the vegetables' textures.
Q. What are the nutrition facts per serving?
Each 350g serving of this chowder contains approximately 305 kcal, with 48g carbohydrates (63% of calories), 8g protein (11%), and 9g fat (26%).
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