Quick Sausage Corn Chowder

Creamy, comforting, and bursting with robust flavor, this Quick Sausage Corn Chowder is the ultimate weeknight dinner solution. Featuring hearty Italian sausage, tender russet potatoes, and sweet corn kernels, this one-pot wonder comes together in just 45 minutes, making it ideal for busy schedules. Infused with garlic, onion, and a perfect blend of spices like thyme and paprika, every spoonful delivers a satisfying balance of savory and creamy goodness thanks to the addition of heavy cream. Garnished with fresh parsley for a pop of color, this chowder is as visually appealing as it is delicious. Pair it with crusty bread or a fresh green salad for a complete, cozy meal your family will love. Perfect for fans of easy comfort food, this recipe will quickly become a regular on your dinner table.

Nutriscore Rating: 66/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound Italian sausage (mild or spicy, casing removed)
• 1 medium Yellow onion (diced)
• 3 cloves Garlic (minced)
• 3 medium Russet potatoes (peeled and diced into 1/2-inch cubes)
• 4 cups Chicken broth
• 2 cups Frozen corn kernels (or canned, drained)
• 1 cup Heavy cream
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon Dried thyme
• 0.25 teaspoon Paprika
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley (chopped, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Heat a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the sausage to the pot, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon. Cook until browned and fully cooked through, about 6-8 minutes. Remove any excess grease, if necessary, leaving about 1 tablespoon in the pot.

Step 3

Add the diced onion and garlic to the pot with the sausage. Sauté until the onion is soft and translucent, about 4-5 minutes.

Step 4

Stir in the diced potatoes and chicken broth. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer, uncovered, for 15 minutes or until the potatoes are tender when pierced with a fork.

Step 5

Add the frozen corn, heavy cream, salt, black pepper, thyme, and paprika. Stir well to combine and let the chowder simmer for an additional 5 minutes to meld the flavors.

Step 6

Taste and adjust the seasoning if needed.

Step 7

Ladle the chowder into bowls and garnish with freshly chopped parsley before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	2909.3 grams (2909.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3124

Total Fat 200.70g	257%
Saturated Fat 90.10g	451%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 558mg	186%
Sodium 8973mg	390%
Total Carbohydrate 221.50g	81%
Dietary Fiber 23.80g	85%
Total Sugars 43.30g
Protein 110.20g	220%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 322mg	25%
Iron 15mg	81%
Potassium 5922mg	126%

*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: 57.7%

Protein: 14.1%

Carbs: 28.3%