This Potato Corn Chowder bursts with the comforting flavors of tender potatoes and sweet corn in a creamy base. It is easy and quick to prepare and a perfect dish for a cold evening or a cozy meal.
This chowder begins with cooking the bacon until crispy. Then it’s time for sautéing onions, garlic, and celery, creating a savory base for the dish. Add diced potatoes, which bring a satisfying, starchy texture that thickens the soup as it cooks. The star ingredient, corn, brings a natural sweetness that beautifully contrasts with the creamy, velvety broth.
This potato corn chowder recipe is versatile, letting you adjust it to suit your tastes, whether you prefer a lighter broth or a thicker, creamier consistency. Serve it with crusty bread or crackers, and enjoy this satisfying soup as a delicious way to savor the simple yet comforting flavors of potatoes and corn.
How to make this easy potato corn chowder
To start, cook diced bacon in a large soup pot over medium-high heat until it’s browned and crispy. Once the bacon is crispy, transfer it to a bowl and set it aside. Leave the rendered fat in the pot for added flavor.
Next, add diced onion and celery to the pot, cooking until softened, which should take about five minutes. This builds a savory base for your chowder. Stir in minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
Now it’s time to add your broth—vegetable or chicken—along with diced potatoes, corn kernels, dried thyme, salt and pepper. If you’re using fresh corn, don’t forget to toss in the cobs for that extra burst of flavor! Cover the pot, bring it to a boil, and then reduce the heat to a gentle simmer. Let it cook for about 15 minutes until the potatoes are tender, checking occasionally to stir. If you want a creamier chowder, you can mash some of the potatoes against the side of the pot as they cook!
After 15 minutes, carefully remove the corn cobs. Now it’s time to add the cream. Gently heat the soup without bringing it to a boil, as boiling can cause the cream to separate. Give it a taste and adjust the seasoning with a pinch more salt or pepper if needed. Remember, the flavors will deepen as they meld together!
Finally, ladle the chowder into bowls. Garnish with fresh herbs and those crispy bacon bits for an extra touch of flavor.
Hope you will try it out and enjoy this warm and hearty dish. It is perfect for chilly days or any time you need a little comfort food.
If you do, share the photos with me on Instagram, would love to see how it turns out for you.
Other soups you may like to try
Try this Chicken Tortilla Soup for a flavorful Mexican-inspired soup made with tender chicken, tomatoes, and spices, topped with crispy tortilla strips, avocado, and lime.
Our Tortellini Soup is a comforting, rich soup featuring tender cheese or meat-filled tortellini, simmered in a flavorful broth with vegetables and herbs.
This Zuppa Toscana is a hearty Italian soup with savory sausage, tender potatoes, and kale in a rich, creamy broth, perfect for a cozy meal.
For more soups check our full collection of Soup Recipes.
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Potato Corn Chowder
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Equipment
Ingredients
- 5 oz (150g) bacon , diced
- 1 ¼ pounds (600g) potatoes , peeled and diced
- 10 oz (300g) corn kernels , fresh or frozen
- 1 medium onion, about 5oz (150g) , chopped
- 1 stalk celery , sliced
- 2 cloves garlic , minced
- 4 cups (1 liter) vegetable or chicken broth
- 3/4 cup (200g) cream
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
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In a large soup pot, cook the diced bacon over medium-high heat until browned and crispy.
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Transfer the crispy bacon to a bowl.
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Add the onion and celery and cook until soft, for about 5 minutes.
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Add the minced garlic and cook for another 1 minute.
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Add the vegetable or chicken broth to the pot.
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Add the diced potatoes.
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Add the corn kernels.
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Add thyme, salt and pepper.
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If you are using fresh corn, add the corn cobs too, to bring extra flavor.
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Cover, bring it to a boil, then reduce the heat to simmer. Cook until the potatoes are tender, about 15 minutes.
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Remove the cobs.
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Add the cream and heat the soup gently over low heat until warmed through (but don’t let it boil).
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Taste the chowder and season with salt and pepper as needed.
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Ladle the chowder into bowls and garnish with your favorite toppings like fresh herbs and crispy bacon bits for extra flavor.
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