Name: Thanksgiving Corn Chowder Recipe
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 40 min
Total time: 1 h
Yield: 4
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 4 strips bacon, chopped; 1 onion, diced; 1 red bell pepper, diced; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 2 cups corn kernels (fresh or frozen); 3 cups chicken or vegetable broth; 2 cups diced potatoes; 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme; 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika; 1/2 cup heavy cream; Salt and pepper, to taste; Chopped fresh parsley, for garnish

Thanksgiving Corn Chowder Recipe

Marabel Coy Modified: November 12, 2023

How To Make Thanksgiving Corn Chowder Recipe

A hearty soup perfect for the Thanksgiving feast, with sweet corn, smoky bacon, and creamy potatoes in every spoonful.

Preparation: 20 minutes

Cooking: 40 minutes

Total: 1 hour

Serves:

Ingredients

4 strips bacon, chopped
1 onion, diced
1 red bell pepper, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 cups corn kernels (fresh or frozen)
3 cups chicken or vegetable broth
2 cups diced potatoes
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
1/2 cup heavy cream
Salt and pepper, to taste
Chopped fresh parsley, for garnish

Instructions

In a large pot, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp. Remove with a slotted spoon and set aside.
Add onion and red pepper to the pot and sauté until soft, about 5-7 minutes. Add garlic and cook for another minute.
Add corn, broth, potatoes, thyme, and smoked paprika to the pot. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer until potatoes are tender, about 20-25 minutes.
Use an immersion blender or transfer the soup to a blender and blend until smooth.
Return soup to pot and stir in heavy cream. Heat through, but do not boil.
Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve hot, garnished with bacon and parsley.