Creamy Corn Chowder Recipe Easy, Cozy, and Homemade
This Creamy Corn Chowder Recipe Easy is rich, cozy, and packed with sweet corn, tender potatoes, and a velvety homemade broth. A comforting one pot soup perfect for busy weeknights or relaxed summer dinners.
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon butter or olive oil
- 1 medium onion finely chopped
- 2 celery stalks chopped
- 2 medium carrots diced
- 2 garlic cloves minced
- 1/4 cup all purpose flour
- 4 cups vegetable or chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 4 cups fresh or frozen corn
- 2 large Russet potatoes peeled and diced
- 1/4 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Heat butter or olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onion, celery, and carrots. Cook for 5 minutes until softened.
- Stir in garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.Stir in garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Sprinkle flour over the vegetables and stir continuously for 1 minute.
- Slowly pour in the broth while stirring to create a smooth base.
- Add corn, potatoes, cream, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Bring the soup to a gentle boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15–20 minutes until potatoes are tender.
- Stir occasionally as the chowder thickens naturally.
- Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
- Serve warm with parsley and crusty bread if desired.
Notes
- Fresh corn gives the sweetest flavor during summer
- Frozen corn works perfectly year round
- Add extra broth when reheating leftovers
- Simmer gently for the creamiest texture
- Store refrigerated for up to 4 days