Homemade Creamy Corn Chowder For An Easy & Delicious Meal

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Hearty ingredients combine with great flavor in this homemade creamy corn chowder recipe. Serve with a side for a perfect evening meal. Minimal prep time and ready in just over an hour, your family will enjoy this recipe and ask for more!

Everyone knows that Fall is the perfect time to enjoy soup and chili recipes. And if you are short on time, this recipe for homemade creamy corn chowder will satisfy your hunger and keep you warm when the nights become cooler.

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Questions About Homemade Creamy Corn Chowder? I Have Answers

What Is The Best Way To Thicken Corn Chowder?

Cornstarch slurry is the best way to thicken a broth-based soup. Mix cornstarch with water or broth and whisk into the soup.

Why Is My Corn Chowder Watery?

The soup may be too thin because you did not add enough flour or cornstarch. You may also have not cooked the soup long enough for the flour or cornstarch to fully activate. Lastly, your soup could also be too thin because you added too much liquid.

What Type Of Potato Is Best For Chowder?

Chowder is best made with naturally starchy Russet potatoes, rather than waxier types such as red potatoes or Yukon golds. When the potatoes cook, they release their starch into the chowder.

How To Add Flavor To Corn Chowder?

For a bit of a different flavor, try using some white pepper in the recipe. It will help to cut down on the taste of flour if you use a slurry to thicken up your soup.

Homemade Creamy Corn Chowder Recipe

What Ingredients Do You Need?

• 1 medium onion, diced
• 2 teaspoons unsalted butter
• 2-3 cups chicken broth
• 4 large russet potatoes, peeled and diced
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt (Feel free to omit the salt if you are worried about the chowder being too salty due to the chicken broth.)
• 5 cups fresh or frozen corn
• 1 cup heavy whipping cream
• 3 cups milk
• 4 slices bacon, already cooked, chopped
• 3 green onions, sliced

Kitchen Products Needed To Make This Recipe

• Large stockpot
• Knife
• Cutting board

Homemade Creamy Corn Chowder Recipe Basics

• Prep time: 15 minutes
• Cooking and setting time: 50 minutes
• Total time: 65 minutes
• Servings: 8

Directions To Make The Recipe

Ok, now to get to the nitty gritty of the recipe.

Step #1

Wash, dry, prep your vegetables and set aside.

Time Saving Prep Tip: Some grocery stores sell onions already diced up, as well as packages of potatoes diced and cubed in the produce section. Be sure to check that section if you are short on time.

Step #2

In your Dutch oven or large pot, add in the butter and sauté the onions until they are translucent.

Step #3

Next, add in the potatoes, salt, and chicken broth and turn the burner to medium and let the chowder simmer for 30 – 40 minutes or until the potatoes are soft.

Step #4

Then, add in your corn and continue cooking for 15 minutes. Then add in the heavy whipping cream and milk. Let the chowder continue to simmer until the milk and cream have warmed up.

Cooking Tip: If you use frozen corn or fresh corn, your cooking time may need to be adjusted.

Step #5

Serve and top with bacon and the sliced green onions.

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What To Serve With Homemade Creamy Corn Chowder

So now that your recipe is done, what should you serve with it? Let’s take a look at some great side dishes to go with the homemade creamy corn chowder.

1. One of the best sides to go with soup is a grilled cheese sandwich. Check out this one for the Gooiest Grilled Cheese Sandwich.
2. Or how about a BLT? Definitely a favorite in our household. Here’s how you can Make The Perfect BLT Sandwich.
3. Obviously dinner rolls are served best with soup. Check out this recipe for Easy Homemade Fluffy Dinner Rolls.
4. A not-so-obvious but delicious pairing with homemade creamy corn chowder is salmon. Check out this recipe for the BEST grilled salmon.
5. Salad is always a good choice when you are serving soup. Try adding an easy Italian side salad to your menu plan.

Storing & Freezing Tips For The Leftovers

If you happen to have leftovers after making this recipe for homemade creamy corn chowder, what next?

What Is The Best Way To Store Any Leftovers?

Always store your leftovers in airtight containers, making sure the soup is completely cooled before placing in the fridge or freezer. Here are some of my favorite containers for storing leftover soups.

How Long Can Leftovers Be Stored In The Fridge?

You can store any of the leftovers in the fridge for about 3-4 days. Because of the milk products, I don’t recommend keeping it any longer than that.

Can I Freeze Creamy Corn Chowder?

You can freeze it up to 3 months in an airtight container, but I don’t really recommend freezing it. Because it contains dairy products, the ingredients tend to separate after being thawed. If you plan on freezing it, freeze it in single portion containers to cut down on this possibility.

What is The Best Way To Reheat This Recipe?

If you choose to use the stove to reheat it, cook large batches over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally, for about 10 minutes.

To reheat in the microwave, cover individual servings with a microwave-safe lid or paper towel, microwave for 90 seconds, stir, then microwave for 20 seconds more, if necessary.

Printable Recipe Card For Homemade Creamy Corn Chowder

Did you enjoy this recipe? Here is a printable recipe card you can add to your recipe binder.

More Corn Chowder Recipes You May Enjoy

Here are some other creamy corn chowder recipes that you will enjoy!

• Creamy Crab and Corn Chowder
• Southwestern Corn Chowder
• Vegetarian Corn Chowder
• Creamy Corn Chowder With Bacon
• White Chicken Chili Corn Chowder

I hope you enjoyed this recipe for homemade creamy corn chowder and got some new ideas for your Fall menu plan. Be sure to check out some of my other recipes as well!

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