Supper Corn Chowder
A hearty and creamy corn chowder with smoky bacon and tender potatoes, perfect for a comforting family meal or casual gathering with rich flavors and satisfying texture.
Ingredients
Instructions
- Cook bacon until crisp.
- Pour off drippings and return 3 tablespoons to the pan.
- Add onion and sauté until light brown.
- Add remaining ingredients: cooked corn, cooked potatoes, cream of mushroom soup, milk, salt, and pepper.
- Heat to boiling.
- Reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes.
- Crumble bacon over the top to serve.
Tips & Substitutions
For a richer flavor, consider using smoked bacon or adding a pinch of smoked paprika. You can substitute the cream of mushroom soup with homemade mushroom cream sauce for a fresher taste. If you have fresh corn, cut it off the cob and use it instead of cooked corn. This chowder also works well with other vegetables like bell peppers or zucchini for added texture.
Serving Suggestions
Serve the corn chowder hot, garnished with crumbled bacon for a delicious finish. It pairs beautifully with a side of crusty bread or a fresh salad, such as a Creamy Bacon Salad. For a complete meal, consider serving it alongside Country Style Stuffed Peppers for a satisfying dinner option.
Storage & Reheating
Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. To reheat, warm the chowder on the stove over low heat, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking. You may need to add a splash of milk to thin it out as it thickens when chilled.
Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)
Each serving of Supper Corn Chowder contains roughly 987 calories, with 25g protein, 183g carbohydrates, and 40g fat. It is an excellent source of dietary fiber (365% of the Daily Value), vitamin C (67% of the Daily Value), and protein (50% of the Daily Value), and a good source of calcium. Note that it is relatively high in sodium, at 1295mg per serving (56% of the Daily Value).
Estimated from ingredients & per-serving nutrition — verify against package labels for allergies or strict diets.
* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I make this corn chowder vegetarian?
Yes, you can easily make this chowder vegetarian by omitting the bacon and using vegetable broth instead of milk. For added flavor, sauté the onions in olive oil or butter and consider adding smoked paprika or liquid smoke to achieve a similar depth of flavor.
How can I thicken the chowder?
If you'd like a thicker consistency, you can mash some of the potatoes in the pot or add a cornstarch slurry made from equal parts cornstarch and cold water. Mix it in after the chowder has simmered to the desired thickness. Alternatively, you can let it simmer longer to reduce the liquid.
What can I use instead of cream of mushroom soup?
If you don't have cream of mushroom soup, you can substitute it with a homemade white sauce or a blend of cream and sautéed mushrooms. Simply cook mushrooms until soft, then add cream, and season as desired to replicate the flavor profile of the soup.
Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).