White Cheddar Corn Chowder
Cozy up with a bowl of creamy, comforting White Cheddar Corn Chowder, an irresistible one-pot recipe packed with hearty flavors and rich textures. This chowder combines tender russet potatoes, sweet bursts of corn, and a velvety broth infused with heavy cream and smoky paprika. The standout ingredient? Melted white cheddar cheese, which adds a creamy, tangy depth to every bite. Perfect for weeknight dinners or chilly evenings, this chowder is simple to prepare in just 45 minutes and is easily customizable with optional toppings like crispy bacon bits or fresh green onions. Whether served on its own or alongside a crusty loaf of bread, this cheesy corn chowder is guaranteed to become a family favorite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 medium russet potatoes, peeled and diced
- 3 cups frozen or fresh corn kernels
- 2 cups white cheddar cheese, shredded
- 0.5 teaspoons smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
- 2 stalks green onions, sliced (optional, for garnish)
- 0.25 cup bacon bits (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
In a large pot or Dutch oven, melt the butter over medium heat.
Add the diced onion and cook for 3-5 minutes, or until soft and translucent.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds, until fragrant.
Sprinkle the flour over the onions and garlic, stirring constantly to create a roux. Cook for 1 minute to remove the raw flour taste.
Gradually whisk in the vegetable broth and heavy cream, ensuring there are no lumps from the roux.
Add the diced potatoes to the pot. Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook for 15-20 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender.
Stir in the corn kernels, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Cook for 5 more minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
Reduce the heat to low and gradually stir in the shredded white cheddar cheese until fully melted and the chowder is smooth.
Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
Ladle the chowder into bowls and garnish with sliced green onions and bacon bits, if using. Serve warm and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
568 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 35.6 g | 46% | |
| Saturated Fat | 21.0 g | 105% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 100 mg | 33% | |
| Sodium | 1119 mg | 49% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 46.3 g | 17% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.6 g | 20% | |
| Total Sugars | 7.3 g | ||
| Protein | 18.5 g | 37% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.3 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 318 mg | 24% | |
| Iron | 2.1 mg | 12% | |
| Potassium | 904 mg | 19% | |
*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.
