Quick Corn Chowder

Creamy, comforting, and bursting with the natural sweetness of corn, this Quick Corn Chowder is the perfect weeknight dinner solution. Ready in just 30 minutes, this hearty soup combines tender diced potatoes, vibrant red bell peppers, and flavorful corn kernels in a velvety broth enriched with heavy cream. A touch of garlic and onion adds depth, while optional garnishes like smoked paprika and fresh parsley elevate the dish with a hint of color and spice. Whether you use fresh or frozen corn, this versatile recipe delivers a rich and satisfying bowl of chowder that pairs beautifully with crusty bread or crackers. Ideal for busy families or last-minute cravings, this one-pot meal is sure to become a new favorite.

Nutriscore Rating: 66/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1 medium onion, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 red bell pepper, diced
• 3 cups frozen or fresh corn kernels
• 1 large russet potato, peeled and diced
• 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 0.25 teaspoon smoked paprika (optional, for garnish)
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Melt the unsalted butter in a large pot over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the diced onion and cook, stirring occasionally, for 3-4 minutes or until softened.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds, until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the diced red bell pepper and cook for another 2-3 minutes until slightly softened.

Step 5

Stir in the corn kernels and diced potato, then pour in the chicken or vegetable broth. Bring to a boil.

Step 6

Reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer for 10-12 minutes, or until the potato is tender when pierced with a fork.

Step 7

Use an immersion blender to partially blend the soup, leaving some texture. Alternatively, blend about half the soup in a blender and return it to the pot.

Step 8

Stir in the heavy cream, salt, and ground black pepper. Heat through but do not boil.

Step 9

Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.

Step 10

Ladle the chowder into bowls and garnish with smoked paprika and fresh parsley, if desired.

Step 11

Serve warm with crusty bread or crackers.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	2408.3 grams (2408.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1906

Total Fat 114.00g	146%
Saturated Fat 63.70g	319%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 302mg	101%
Sodium 5999mg	261%
Total Carbohydrate 193.40g	70%
Dietary Fiber 26.30g	94%
Total Sugars 52.90g
Protein 34.90g	70%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 167mg	13%
Iron 7mg	40%
Potassium 3621mg	77%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 52.9%

Protein: 7.2%

Carbs: 39.9%