Lord Charley's Corn Chowder

Immerse yourself in the comforting flavors of Lord Charley's Corn Chowder, a rich and hearty dish that's perfect for cozy evenings or casual family meals. This creamy chowder combines smoky crumbled bacon, tender russet potatoes, and sweet corn kernels in a velvety base made with chicken broth and heavy cream. Enhanced with aromatic sautéed onions, celery, and garlic, and seasoned with smoked paprika for a hint of warmth, this chowder is both satisfying and bursting with flavor. Serve it steaming hot, garnished with green onions and optional shredded sharp cheddar cheese, for a comforting bowl of pure indulgence. Ready in under an hour and designed to serve six, this corn chowder is a surefire way to elevate any dinner table. Perfect for fans of easy one-pot meals and savory soups!

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 6 slices bacon
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1 large yellow onion (diced)
• 2 stalks celery (diced)
• 3 cloves garlic (minced)
• 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 4 cups chicken broth
• 3 medium russet potatoes (peeled and diced)
• 4 cups frozen or fresh corn kernels
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 2 tablespoons green onions (sliced, for garnish)
• 0.5 cup sharp cheddar cheese (shredded, optional for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

In a large pot or Dutch oven, cook the bacon over medium heat until crispy, about 6-8 minutes. Remove the bacon slices onto a paper towel-lined plate and set aside. Once cooled, crumble the bacon. Leave about 2 tablespoons of the bacon grease in the pot.

Step 2

Add the unsalted butter to the pot with the bacon grease, then stir in the diced onion and celery. Sauté for 5 minutes until softened.

Step 3

Add the minced garlic and cook for another 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 4

Sprinkle the flour over the vegetables and stir continuously for 1-2 minutes to create a roux.

Step 5

Slowly pour in the chicken broth while stirring to prevent lumps. Bring the mixture to a gentle boil.

Step 6

Add the diced potatoes and cook for 12-15 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender when pierced with a fork.

Step 7

Stir in the corn kernels, heavy cream, salt, black pepper, and smoked paprika. Cook for another 5-7 minutes, allowing the chowder to thicken slightly and heat through.

Step 8

Taste and adjust the seasoning if needed. Remove the pot from heat.

Step 9

Ladle the chowder into bowls and garnish with crumbled bacon, green onions, and shredded cheddar cheese if desired.

Step 10

Serve warm and enjoy this comforting and flavorful Lord Charley's Corn Chowder!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3152.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2889.8

Total Fat 149.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 81.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.9g
Cholesterol 409.5mg	0%
Sodium 6047.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 317.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 37.9g	0%
Total Sugars 70.0g
Protein 88.3g	0%

Vitamin D 19.7IU	0%
Calcium 704.1mg	0%
Iron 13.4mg	0%
Potassium 6586.6mg	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: 45.3%

Protein: 11.9%

Carbs: 42.8%