Tuna Corn Chowder
Cozy up with a comforting bowl of Tuna Corn Chowder, the perfect blend of creamy texture and bold flavors in under an hour! This hearty chowder combines tender potatoes, sweet corn kernels, and protein-packed canned tuna in a rich, velvety broth made with heavy cream and a hint of dried thyme. A simple yet satisfying recipe, it begins with sautéed onions, celery, and garlic for an aromatic base, then builds depth with a roux and simmering chicken or vegetable stock. Garnished with fresh parsley, this quick-to-make chowder is ideal for weeknight dinners or a crowd-pleasing starter. Serve it with crusty bread or crackers for the ultimate comfort food experience. Keywords: Tuna Corn Chowder, creamy chowder recipe, quick weeknight dinner, easy comfort food, seafood soup.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 2 stalks celery stalks, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 4 cups chicken or vegetable stock
- 3 medium potatoes, peeled and diced
- 2 cups frozen corn kernels
- 2 cans (5-oz each) canned tuna, drained and flaked
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
In a large pot or Dutch oven, melt the butter with the olive oil over medium heat.
Add the diced onion and celery to the pot and sauté for 5 minutes, or until softened. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute, until fragrant.
Sprinkle the flour over the vegetables and stir well. Cook for 1-2 minutes to remove the raw flour taste.
Slowly pour in the chicken or vegetable stock, stirring constantly to avoid lumps.
Add the diced potatoes to the pot. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and simmer for 12-15 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender.
Stir in the corn kernels, flaked tuna, heavy cream, dried thyme, salt, and black pepper. Cook for another 5 minutes, or until heated through.
Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
Ladle the chowder into bowls and garnish with fresh parsley if desired.
Serve warm with crusty bread or crackers.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2309 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 137.1 g | 176% | |
| Saturated Fat | 70.9 g | 355% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 359 mg | 120% | |
| Sodium | 6421 mg | 279% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 220.3 g | 80% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 24.0 g | 86% | |
| Total Sugars | 37.9 g | ||
| Protein | 46.6 g | 93% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.3 mcg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 254 mg | 20% | |
| Iron | 9.6 mg | 53% | |
| Potassium | 4604 mg | 98% | |
*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.
