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corn chowder plus

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Recipe by
Maggie M
@LovingMyKitchen
In The Kitchen, OH

Corn chowder is so good and especially if it is made with fresh sweet summer corn. This recipe is super simple and takes very little time. We amp our corn chowder up by adding shrimp, bacon and chives - it's just so good! Of course if you are not a fan of shrimp just leave them out. You will still have a delicious and comforting bowl of chowder. While I prefer to use fresh or fresh frozen, this can also be made with regular frozen corn or even a good quality canned corn. No reason to let the cold winter days come around and you miss out on a delicious bowl of hot steaming chowder.

yield 2 serving(s)
prep time 15 Min
cook time 15 Min
method Stove Top

Ingredients For corn chowder plus

  • 10 md
    shrimp
  • 4-6 slice
    good quality bacon - regular cut
  • 1/2 c
    chopped celery
  • 1/2 c
    chopped onion - white or yellow
  • 1/2 c
    small diced potatoes - red or russet
  • 1-1/2 - 2 c
    corn kernels - fresh, frozen or canned
  • 1/4 tsp
    minced garlic - more to taste
  • dash
    chili flakes, optional
  • 1-2 Tbsp
    diced green chilies - heat of your choice
  • 1 c
    chicken broth
  • 1/2 - 1 c
    milk or cream
  • salt and pepper, to taste
  • snipped chives, for garnish

How To Make corn chowder plus

  • 1
    Bring a small saucepan of water to a boil. Drop the shrimp in, turn off the heat and allow them to sit for 4 minutes. Drain, rinse in cold water, then place on cutting board to cool. Once the shrimp are cooled, cut into bite size pieces then set aside.
  • 2
    Cut the bacon into small pieces. Place into a large saucepan and cook over medium high heat until crispy. Remove the bacon to a paper towel lined bowl. Save the bacon fat.
  • 3
    Place the celery, onion and potato into the same saucepan and cook in the bacon fat for about 4 minutes - stirring frequently. Add the corn kernels. Stir and cook for about 4 minutes then add the minced garlic and chili flakes if you are using them. If you are using the diced green chilies stir them into the mixture now.
  • 4
    Add the chicken broth and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat and simmer for 5 minutes. Add the milk or cream and the cooked shrimp. If the chowder is too thick for you, add a bit more milk or cream until you have the desired thickness. Heat through gently. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • 5
    Ladle into bowls and garnish with cooked bacon and snipped chives.
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