A creamy and comforting Potato Corn Chowder made with simple, budget-friendly ingredients. This hearty soup is perfect for chilly days and easy to prepare in under an hour.
Author:Emily
Prep Time:10 mins
Cook Time:35 mins
Total Time:45 mins
Yield:6 servings
Category:Soup
Method:Stovetop
Cuisine:American
Diet:Vegetarian
Ingredients
1 Tbsp olive oil
1 yellow onion, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
4 ribs celery, diced
1 tsp smoked paprika
1/2 tsp dried thyme
1/4 tsp freshly cracked black pepper
1/4 tsp cayenne pepper (optional)
3 cups vegetable broth
1.5 lbs. potatoes, diced
1 cup frozen corn
1 cup whole milk
1 tsp salt (or to taste)
Instructions
Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add diced onion, garlic, and celery, and sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.
Stir in smoked paprika, dried thyme, black pepper, and cayenne pepper. Cook for 1 minute more to toast the spices.
Add the diced potatoes and vegetable broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15-20 minutes or until potatoes are tender.
Add the frozen corn and simmer for another 5 minutes.
Use an immersion blender to partially blend the soup, leaving some chunks for texture. Alternatively, transfer half to a blender and blend until smooth, then return to the pot.
Stir in the milk and season with salt to taste. Heat through, then serve hot.
Notes
For a thicker chowder, blend more of the soup.
Use Yukon gold or red potatoes for a creamier texture.
Add cooked bacon or cheese on top for extra flavor.