Description
Warm yourself with this creamy Chicken Corn Chowder, a delightful bowl of comfort that combines tender chicken, sweet corn, and savory spices. Perfect for chilly evenings, this hearty dish envelops you in nostalgia with every spoonful. Quick to prepare and incredibly versatile, it can be served as a starter or main course, making it ideal for family gatherings or cozy nights in.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 1 cup fresh or frozen corn kernels
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 3–4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 medium potatoes, diced
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream (or half-and-half)
- 2 tsp fresh thyme (or 1 tsp dried thyme)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients.
- In a large pot over medium heat, drizzle olive oil and sauté the onions until translucent (about 5 minutes). Add minced garlic and sauté for an additional minute.
- Add diced chicken breasts and chicken broth; bring to a simmer for about 10 minutes.
- Stir in the diced potatoes and corn kernels; cook until potatoes are tender (approximately 15 minutes).
- Reduce heat to low and stir in heavy cream; let simmer gently for another 5 minutes.
- Season with salt, pepper, and thyme according to taste before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 90mg