Corn Chowder Recipe

This comforting corn chowder recipe is rich, creamy, and packed with hearty flavor, making it a perfect choice for cozy dinners, family meals, or chilly evenings. Made with tender potatoes, sweet corn, and a creamy base, this classic chowder comes together easily on the stovetop and delivers old-fashioned comfort in every spoonful. Whether you’re looking for an easy corn chowder recipe or a satisfying homemade soup, this version is simple, filling, and always a crowd-pleaser.

Ingredients

• ½ cup diced bacon
• 4 medium potatoes, peeled and chopped
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 3 cups cream-style corn
• 2 cups water
• 2 teaspoons salt (adjust to taste)
• Ground black pepper, to taste
• 2 cups half-and-half

Directions

• Gather and prepare all ingredients before starting.
• Cook the diced bacon in a large pot over medium-high heat until crispy.
• Drain excess fat, leaving about 2 tablespoons of bacon grease in the pot with the bacon.
• Add chopped potatoes and onion to the pot and cook, stirring occasionally, until slightly softened.
• Stir in the cream-style corn, water, salt, and black pepper.
• Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to low and cover.
• Simmer gently, stirring often, until the potatoes are tender and the chowder thickens.
• Warm the half-and-half in a separate saucepan until hot but not boiling.
• Slowly stir the warmed half-and-half into the chowder.
• Taste and adjust seasoning if needed, then serve hot.

Preparation Details

Preparation Details
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 35 minutes
Total Time: 50 minutes
Servings: 8