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Chicken Corn Chowder Recipe

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A hearty and creamy Chicken Corn Chowder recipe that is perfect for a cozy night in. This soup is packed with tender chicken, sweet corn, and flavorful herbs, creating a comforting bowl of goodness.

  • Author: Sarah
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings
  • Category: Soups
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Ingredients

For the Chicken:

  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 1/2 pounds chicken thighs, diced into 1/2 inch pieces
  • 1/2 cup flour, plus 2 tablespoons

For the Chowder:

  • 1 medium yellow onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 red bell pepper, diced
  • 1 cup skim milk
  • 3 cups vegetable stock
  • 16 ounces frozen or fresh corn
  • 1 tablespoon fresh thyme
  • 2 teaspoons kosher salt
  • 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 3 spring onions, diced
  • 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Chicken: Heat 1 tablespoon of butter in a large pot. Dredge the chicken in 1/2 cup flour and brown in the pot. Set aside.
  2. Make the Chowder: Add remaining butter to the pot, sauté onion, garlic, and bell pepper. Stir in flour, then slowly add milk. Add stock, corn, thyme, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 10 minutes.
  3. Finish the Chowder: Return chicken to the pot, simmer for 6 minutes. Remove from heat, stir in lemon juice and spring onions. Serve hot.

Notes

  • For a thicker consistency, blend half the soup.
  • This chowder tastes even better the next day!

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