Description
Warm, creamy, and packed with fresh ingredients, Creamy Sweet Corn Shrimp Chowder combines the sweetness of corn, the brininess of shrimp, and the smokiness of bacon. Perfect for cozy evenings, this hearty dish is a delightful blend of flavors and textures that’s easy to prepare and irresistibly comforting.
Ingredients
- 4 cups fresh corn kernels (about 6 ears)
- 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 4 slices bacon, diced
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
- 4 cups seafood or chicken broth
- 2 large potatoes, peeled and diced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- Fresh chives, chopped (for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the Bacon:
- In a large pot, cook the diced bacon over medium heat until crisp.
- Remove the bacon with a slotted spoon and set aside on a paper towel-lined plate. Leave the bacon fat in the pot.
- Sauté the Vegetables:
- Add the chopped onion, red bell pepper, and celery to the pot. Sauté in the bacon fat until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in the minced garlic, fresh thyme, and cayenne pepper. Cook for 1 minute, or until fragrant.
- Simmer the Broth and Potatoes:
- Pour in the seafood or chicken broth and bring to a simmer.
- Add the diced potatoes and cook for 10-15 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender.
- Add Corn and Shrimp:
- Stir in the fresh corn kernels and cook for 5 minutes.
- Add the shrimp to the pot and cook for 3-4 minutes, or until they turn pink and are fully cooked.
- Finish with Cream:
- Lower the heat and stir in the heavy cream. Mix well, being careful not to let the chowder boil.
- Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- Serve and Garnish:
- Ladle the chowder into bowls and garnish with crispy bacon bits and chopped chives.
- Serve warm with a side of crusty bread for dipping.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: merican