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The Ultimate Guide to Hearty Chicken Corn Chowder: Comfort in a Bowl

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  • Author: Effie Johnson

Ingredients

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  • 2 tablespoons butter

  • 1 medium onion, chopped

  • 2 cloves garlic, minced

  • 3 medium potatoes, peeled and diced

  • 3 cups cooked chicken, shredded or cubed

  • 1 bag (16 oz) frozen corn

  • 4 cups chicken broth

  • 2 cups whole milk

  • ยฝ cup heavy cream (optional, for extra creaminess)

  • 1 teaspoon salt (or to taste)

  • ยฝ teaspoon black pepper

  • ยฝ teaspoon dried thyme

  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour (optional, for thickening)

  • 2 green onions, sliced (for garnish, optional)


Instructions


1๏ธโƒฃ In a large pot or Dutch oven, melt butter over medium heat.
2๏ธโƒฃ Add chopped onion and cook for about 4-5 minutes until soft. Stir in garlic and cook for another 30 seconds.
3๏ธโƒฃ Add potatoes, chicken broth, salt, pepper, and thyme. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for about 15 minutes until potatoes are tender.
4๏ธโƒฃ Stir in the cooked chicken and frozen corn. Simmer for another 5 minutes.
5๏ธโƒฃ In a small bowl, whisk the flour with a little milk to make a slurry (if you want it thicker). Stir the slurry into the pot.
6๏ธโƒฃ Pour in the remaining milk and heavy cream, stirring well. Cook for another 5-7 minutes on low heat until hot and creamy. Do not boil once milk is added.
7๏ธโƒฃ Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Garnish with sliced green onions if desired. Serve hot with crusty bread!