Corn chowder tastes like summer even in the middle of winter. This slow cooker corn chowder with bacon simmers corn, potatoes, and onion in broth, then you stir in crumbled bacon for a smoky finish.
Delicious Slow Cooker Corn Chowder
This corn chowder features tender corn, potatoes, and crispy bacon, all simmered in a rich and creamy broth. The recipe takes about 6 hours in the slow cooker and serves 6 people.
Ingredients
- 4 cups fresh or frozen corn
- 2 medium potatoes, peeled and diced
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 4 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon salt, adjust to taste
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika (optional)
- Chopped green onions or parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare Ingredients: Chop the onion, peel and dice the potatoes, and cook the bacon until crispy.
- Combine in Slow Cooker: In the slow cooker, combine corn, diced potatoes, chopped onion, crumbled bacon, and broth. Stir to mix well.
- Cook: Cover and cook on low for 6 hours or on high for 3 hours, until the potatoes are tender.
- Add Cream: Stir in the heavy cream and season with salt, pepper, and smoked paprika if using. Cook for an additional 30 minutes on low.
- Serve: Ladle the chowder into bowls and garnish with chopped green onions or parsley if desired. Enjoy hot!
Cook and Prep Times
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Total Time: 6 hours 15 minutes
Nutrition Information
- Servings: 6 bowls
- Calories: 320kcal
- Fat: 20g
- Protein: 8g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
I keep the bacon crumbles separate until serving so they stay crisp. A little hot sauce on top cuts through the cream if the chowder feels too rich.
