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One Pot Creamy Chicken and Corn Chowder in a bowl, garnished with herbs and crispy bacon.

One Pot Creamy Chicken and Corn Chowder

A comforting and easy one pot dinner featuring tender chicken, sweet corn, and a creamy broth, perfect for chilly nights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 to 3 cups cooked and shredded or chopped chicken (rotisserie chicken is perfect) You can also use about 1 pound of raw chicken breast or thighs.
  • 3 to 4 cups corn (frozen, canned, or fresh)
  • 2 medium potatoes, peeled or unpeeled, diced small Dice them small for quicker cooking.
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 2 to 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons butter or olive oil
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 1 to 1.5 cups milk or half and half Use what you prefer.
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream (optional) Makes the chowder extra cozy.
  • 2 tablespoons flour (optional) Helps to thicken the chowder.
  • seasonings: salt, black pepper, smoked paprika (or regular paprika), and thyme Add to taste.
  • optional add-ins: shredded cheddar, chopped green onions, crispy bacon For extra flavor.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a large pot, melt butter over medium heat. Add onion and cook for about 4 to 5 minutes until it softens.
  2. Add minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds more.
  3. Stir in diced potatoes, then pour in chicken broth. Bring to a gentle boil, then lower the heat and simmer for 10 to 12 minutes until the potatoes are tender.
  4. Stir in cooked chicken and corn. Let it simmer another 5 minutes to warm through and let the flavors meld.
  5. Reduce heat to low, then stir in milk or half and half. If you want it thicker, whisk flour with a few spoonfuls of warm broth in a small bowl to make a slurry, then stir it back in. Simmer for 3 to 5 minutes.
  6. Add a splash of cream if using, then season with salt, pepper, paprika, and thyme to taste.

Notes

This chowder can be made ahead of time and tastes even better the next day. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3-4 days.