Country Chicken Chowder

Cozy up with a hearty bowl of Country Chicken Chowder, a soul-warming soup that combines rustic flavors with creamy decadence. Packed with tender shredded chicken thighs, sweet corn kernels, and hearty russet potatoes, this chowder is a celebration of classic comfort food. A fragrant base of sautéed onion, carrots, celery, and garlic is thickened with a buttery roux and enhanced with the subtle smokiness of paprika and earthy thyme. Finished with a splash of heavy cream for luxurious richness, this homestyle dish is perfect for chilly nights or family dinners. Ready in under an hour, this one-pot wonder is ideal for feeding a crowd, with a garnish of fresh parsley adding the perfect finishing touch. Pair it with crusty bread to soak up every last drop of this creamy, satisfying delight!

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 large yellow onion, diced
• 2 medium carrots, peeled and diced
• 2 stalks celery stalks, diced
• 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 4 cups chicken broth
• 2 large russet potatoes, peeled and diced
• 2 cups boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cooked and shredded
• 1.5 cups frozen corn kernels
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 0.5 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon pepper
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

In a large pot or Dutch oven, melt the butter and olive oil over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the diced onion, carrots, and celery to the pot. Cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables soften.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute, until fragrant.

Step 4

Sprinkle the flour over the vegetables and cook for 2 minutes, stirring constantly, to form a roux.

Step 5

Gradually pour in the chicken broth while whisking to avoid lumps. Bring the mixture to a simmer.

Step 6

Add the diced potatoes to the pot. Cook for 10-12 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender when pierced with a fork.

Step 7

Stir in the shredded chicken, corn, heavy cream, thyme, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Allow the chowder to simmer for another 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 8

Taste and adjust seasoning as necessary. If the soup is too thick, add a splash of chicken broth to reach your desired consistency.

Step 9

Ladle the chowder into bowls, garnish with freshly chopped parsley, and serve hot with crusty bread or crackers.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3056.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3173.1

Total Fat 177.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 80.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g
Cholesterol 827mg	0%
Sodium 5309.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 216.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 25.7g	0%
Total Sugars 39.6g
Protein 171.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 368.7mg	0%
Iron 15.8mg	0%
Potassium 6297.0mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 50.7%

Protein: 21.8%

Carbs: 27.5%