Simple Crock Pot Corn Chowder
Warm, comforting, and incredibly easy to make, this Simple Crock Pot Corn Chowder is the ultimate one-pot meal for cozy nights. Packed with tender potatoes, sweet corn, and aromatic vegetables like carrots, celery, and onion, this hearty chowder is slow-cooked to perfection in rich chicken or vegetable broth. A creamy roux made from heavy cream and butter is stirred in during the final moments, creating a velvety texture that’s downright irresistible. Seasoned with a touch of paprika and garnished with fresh parsley, this dish is as visually appealing as it is delicious. With just 20 minutes of prep time and the convenience of a crock pot, this recipe is perfect for busy families or anyone craving a homemade classic without hassle.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups frozen corn kernels
- 3 medium potatoes
- 1 large carrot
- 2 celery stalks
- 1 medium yellow onion
- 2 cloves garlic
- 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon paprika
- 2 tablespoons chopped parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Peel and dice the potatoes into small, bite-sized pieces.
Peel and finely chop the carrot and celery. Dice the yellow onion into small pieces. Mince the garlic cloves.
Add the frozen corn, diced potatoes, chopped carrot, celery, onion, and minced garlic into the crock pot.
Pour the chicken or vegetable broth over the vegetables. Add the salt, black pepper, and paprika. Stir to combine.
Cover the crock pot with the lid and cook on high for 4 hours or on low for 6-8 hours, until the vegetables are tender.
About 30 minutes before the chowder is done cooking, melt the butter in a small saucepan over medium heat. Whisk in the flour and cook for 1-2 minutes to make a roux.
Gradually whisk in the heavy cream to the roux, creating a thickened creamy mixture. Pour this mixture into the crock pot and stir well to incorporate.
Taste the chowder and adjust seasoning with additional salt or pepper if needed.
Let the chowder cook for an additional 20-30 minutes until thickened and creamy.
Serve hot, garnished with chopped parsley if desired. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
384 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 19.5 g | 25% | |
| Saturated Fat | 10.9 g | 55% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 54 mg | 18% | |
| Sodium | 957 mg | 42% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 47.0 g | 17% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.7 g | 20% | |
| Total Sugars | 11.4 g | ||
| Protein | 8.1 g | 16% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 36 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 1.4 mg | 8% | |
| Potassium | 826 mg | 18% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
