Description
This hearty Chicken Corn Chowder is a comforting slow-cooked soup featuring tender chicken, creamy potatoes, sweet corn, and a rich blend of cheese and bacon. Perfect for chilly days, it combines simple ingredients into a satisfying bowl of warmth and flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 1/4 cup salted butter
- 4 to 5 medium russet potatoes, diced
- 1 lb. boneless, skinless chicken breasts, diced
- 2 teaspoons salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 2 bags (10 ounces each) frozen corn or canned corn, drained
- 1 pint heavy whipping cream
- 3 tablespoons instant mashed potato flakes
Toppings
- 6 slices cooked bacon, chopped
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 green onions, sliced
Instructions
- Prepare Ingredients and Layer: Cut the butter into small pieces and place it at the bottom of a large, greased crock pot (about 7 quarts). Add the diced potatoes and chicken pieces on top of the butter. Season evenly with the salt and black pepper. Pour in the chicken broth and frozen or drained canned corn. Stir gently to combine.
- Cook in Crock Pot: Cover the crock pot with the lid and cook on low heat for 7 hours or on high heat for 5 hours, until the potatoes are very tender and the chicken is thoroughly cooked.
- Add Cream and Thickener: After cooking, pour in the heavy whipping cream and stir well to combine all ingredients. Sprinkle the instant mashed potato flakes over the chowder and gently stir to incorporate. Cover again and cook for an additional 30 minutes until the chowder thickens to a creamy consistency.
- Serve and Garnish: Ladle the warm chowder into individual bowls. Garnish each serving with chopped cooked bacon, shredded cheddar cheese, and sliced green onions. Serve immediately and enjoy the rich, comforting flavors.
Notes
- If using canned corn, make sure to drain it well before adding.
- Instant mashed potato flakes act as a thickener for the chowder; if unavailable, you can use a cornstarch slurry as a substitute.
- The cooking time may vary slightly based on your crock pot model and settings.
- Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated gently on the stovetop or microwave.
