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Easy One-Pot Creamy Corn Chowder with Bacon and Potatoes

A close-up of a bowl of creamy corn chowder topped generously with crispy bacon bits and fresh chives.
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Make this rich and flavorful creamy corn chowder in just one pot. It combines sweet corn, tender potatoes, and smoky bacon for the ultimate comfort food soup, perfect for cozy nights.

Ingredients

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  • 6 slices bacon, cut into pieces
  • 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
  • 2 celery stalks, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 1 pound Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and diced
  • 3 cups corn kernels (fresh or frozen)
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1/4 cup milk (whole or 2%)
  • Optional garnish: fresh chives, extra bacon bits

Instructions

  1. Cook the bacon in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat until crisp. Remove the bacon with a slotted spoon and set it aside on a paper towel-lined plate, leaving about 2 tablespoons of bacon grease in the pot.
  2. Add the chopped onion and celery to the pot with the bacon grease. Cook until softened, about 5 to 7 minutes.
  3. Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  4. Sprinkle the flour over the vegetables and stir constantly for 1 minute to cook out the raw flour taste. This helps thicken the chowder.
  5. Gradually whisk in the chicken broth until smooth. Bring the mixture to a simmer.
  6. Add the diced potatoes, salt, and pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the potatoes are tender, about 15 minutes.
  7. Stir in the corn kernels. Continue to simmer for another 5 minutes, or until the corn is heated through.
  8. Reduce the heat to low. Stir in the heavy cream and milk. Heat gently until the chowder is hot, but do not let it boil after adding the cream.
  9. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
  10. Ladle the hearty potato corn chowder into bowls. Top with the reserved crispy bacon pieces and fresh chives, if using. Serve this quick soup recipe hot.

Notes

  • For an extra thick and creamy soup texture, mash about one cup of the potatoes against the side of the pot before adding the cream.
  • If you prefer a less smoky flavor, reduce the amount of bacon or omit it entirely, though bacon adds great flavor to this savory corn soup.
  • This recipe is excellent for fall soup recipes and winter soup ideas. Find more cozy night meals on our Pinterest account.

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