Tuna Corn Chowder

Cozy up with a comforting bowl of Tuna Corn Chowder, the perfect blend of creamy texture and bold flavors in under an hour! This hearty chowder combines tender potatoes, sweet corn kernels, and protein-packed canned tuna in a rich, velvety broth made with heavy cream and a hint of dried thyme. A simple yet satisfying recipe, it begins with sautéed onions, celery, and garlic for an aromatic base, then builds depth with a roux and simmering chicken or vegetable stock. Garnished with fresh parsley, this quick-to-make chowder is ideal for weeknight dinners or a crowd-pleasing starter. Serve it with crusty bread or crackers for the ultimate comfort food experience. Keywords: Tuna Corn Chowder, creamy chowder recipe, quick weeknight dinner, easy comfort food, seafood soup.

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 3 tablespoons butter
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 medium yellow onion, diced
• 2 stalks celery stalks, diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 4 cups chicken or vegetable stock
• 3 medium potatoes, peeled and diced
• 2 cups frozen corn kernels
• 2 cans (5-oz each) canned tuna, drained and flaked
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

In a large pot or Dutch oven, melt the butter with the olive oil over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the diced onion and celery to the pot and sauté for 5 minutes, or until softened. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute, until fragrant.

Step 3

Sprinkle the flour over the vegetables and stir well. Cook for 1-2 minutes to remove the raw flour taste.

Step 4

Slowly pour in the chicken or vegetable stock, stirring constantly to avoid lumps.

Step 5

Add the diced potatoes to the pot. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and simmer for 12-15 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender.

Step 6

Stir in the corn kernels, flaked tuna, heavy cream, dried thyme, salt, and black pepper. Cook for another 5 minutes, or until heated through.

Step 7

Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.

Step 8

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

Step 9

Serve warm with crusty bread or crackers.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	2581.1 grams (2581.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2309

Total Fat 137.10g	176%
Saturated Fat 70.90g	355%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.40g
Cholesterol 359mg	120%
Sodium 6421mg	279%
Total Carbohydrate 220.30g	80%
Dietary Fiber 24.00g	86%
Total Sugars 37.90g
Protein 46.60g	93%

Vitamin D 52IU	261%
Calcium 254mg	20%
Iron 10mg	53%
Potassium 4604mg	98%

*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: 53.6%

Protein: 8.1%

Carbs: 38.3%