Low Fat Bacon Corn Chowder

Savor the comforting flavors of this Low Fat Bacon Corn Chowder, a lightened-up twist on a classic favorite that doesn’t skimp on heartiness or taste. Featuring crispy turkey bacon, sweet corn kernels, tender russet potatoes, and a medley of fresh vegetables, this creamy chowder gets its richness from non-fat milk and a touch of olive oil, making it a guilt-free indulgence. Infused with fragrant thyme and finished with a sprinkle of fresh parsley, this one-pot soup is wholesome, satisfying, and packed with layers of flavor in every spoonful. Perfect for busy weeknights, this recipe comes together in under an hour and is ideal for anyone seeking a delicious yet health-conscious comfort food.

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 4 slices Turkey bacon
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 1 Medium onion
• 2 Garlic cloves
• 2 Celery stalks
• 1 Red bell pepper
• 2 large Russet potatoes
• 3 cups Frozen corn kernels
• 4 cups Low-sodium chicken broth
• 1 cup Non-fat milk
• 1 teaspoon Fresh thyme
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Chopped fresh parsley

Directions

Step 1

Finely chop the turkey bacon. In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat and add the bacon. Cook until crispy, about 5 minutes. Remove the bacon with a slotted spoon and set aside.

Step 2

Dice the onion, mince the garlic, chop the celery, and dice the red bell pepper. Add onion, garlic, celery, and bell pepper to the pot. Sauté in the remaining bacon fat until the onion is translucent, about 5 minutes.

Step 3

Peel and dice the potatoes into small cubes. Add the potatoes and corn kernels to the pot, stirring to combine with the vegetables.

Step 4

Pour in the chicken broth and bring the mixture to a boil. Reduce the heat to a simmer, cover the pot, and let it cook until the potatoes are tender, roughly 15-20 minutes.

Step 5

Once the potatoes are tender, slightly mash some of them with a potato masher to thicken the soup.

Step 6

Stir in the non-fat milk, thyme, salt, and black pepper. Heat the chowder gently without bringing it to a boil.

Step 7

Taste and adjust seasonings if necessary.

Step 8

Serve hot, garnishing each bowl with crispy bacon pieces and a sprinkle of chopped fresh parsley.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2804.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1642.6

Total Fat 35.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 6.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.3g
Cholesterol 72.3mg	0%
Sodium 3889.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 287.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 33.4g	0%
Total Sugars 73.0g
Protein 70.0g	0%

Vitamin D 121.1IU	0%
Calcium 592.3mg	0%
Iron 13.9mg	0%
Potassium 6489.2mg	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: 18.3%

Protein: 16.0%

Carbs: 65.7%