Recipe: Corn and Chicken Chowder
Description: This Corn and Chicken Chowder recipe is a delightful blend of tender chicken, sweet corn, and hearty vegetables, simmered to perfection in a creamy broth. It’s a comforting dish that’s perfect for a cozy lunch or snack, offering a satisfying meal that’s both healthy and delicious.
Total Time: 30 minutes
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
Servings: 20
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 3 | Ham |
| 1 | Onion |
| 3 | Celery stalks |
| 2 | Potatoes |
| 3 cups | Chicken broth |
| 1 1/2 cups | Water |
| 1 1/2 lbs | Chicken tenderloins |
| 4 cups | Corn kernels |
| 3 cups | Skim milk |
| 1 1/2 tsp | Dried thyme |
| 1/4 tsp | Ground black pepper |
| Optional | Salt |
| 6 tbsp | All-purpose flour |
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 138.1
- Fat: 1.8g
- Saturated Fat: 0.6g
- Cholesterol: 22.7mg
- Sodium: 207.7mg
- Carbohydrates: 18.4g
- Fiber: 2g
- Sugar: 0.8g
- Protein: 12.7g
Instructions:
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Prepare Ingredients: Begin by gathering all the ingredients listed above. Dice the onion, celery, and potatoes. Cut the chicken tenderloins into bite-sized pieces.
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Cook Chicken Mixture: In a 6-quart stockpot, combine the diced onion, ham, celery, chicken broth, water, and chicken tenderloins. Partially cover the pot and bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and let it simmer gently for about 15-20 minutes, or until the chicken is thoroughly cooked.
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Remove Chicken: Once the chicken is cooked through, remove it from the pot and set it aside to cool slightly.
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Add Vegetables: To the pot, add the corn kernels, diced potatoes, skim milk, dried thyme, and ground black pepper. Season with salt if desired. Allow the mixture to simmer, uncovered, until the potatoes are tender, typically around 10-15 minutes.
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Prepare Chicken: While the vegetables are cooking, cut the cooked chicken tenderloins into 1/2 inch pieces.
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Return Chicken: Once the potatoes are tender, return the diced chicken to the pot, stirring gently to combine all the ingredients.
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Thicken Soup: To thicken the soup, gradually add all-purpose flour to the pot, stirring continuously to prevent lumps from forming. Add the flour in 2 tablespoon increments until the desired thickness is achieved.
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Simmer: Allow the soup to simmer for an additional 5 minutes to ensure that the flour is fully incorporated and the soup has reached the desired consistency.
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Serve: Once the soup is ready, ladle it into bowls and serve hot. Optionally, garnish with chopped fresh herbs or a sprinkle of grated cheese for extra flavor.
This Corn and Chicken Chowder recipe is perfect for serving a large group or for meal prep, and it’s sure to become a favorite for its comforting taste and simplicity of preparation. Enjoy this hearty and wholesome dish any time you’re craving a warm and satisfying meal! 🌽🍗🥣
