Chicken Corn Chowder
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Chicken Corn Chowder
Description
Chicken Corn Chowder is made by simmering cubed potatoes, diced carrots, and corn in chicken broth seasoned with salt and pepper. Separately, a roux is prepared from butter and flour, then milk is slowly added to thicken the mixture. Shredded cheddar cheese is then melted into this creamy base. Cooked, diced chicken is added along with the cheese sauce to the vegetable broth, creating a dense and creamy chowder with tender vegetable pieces and savory chicken throughout. The cheddar cheese enriches the flavor and thickens the chowder, resulting in a comforting, creamy texture.
The combination of potatoes and corn provides mild sweetness and heartiness while the chicken contributes protein and substance. The chowder is warm and smooth with a thick sauce, and the simmered vegetables retain soft but discernible textures. This recipe suits a satisfying lunch or dinner, particularly in cold weather, and can be served with simple sides like a slice of bread or crackers if desired.
Ingredients
- 3 cups chicken broth
- 2 cups potato cubed
- 1 cup carrot diced
- 1 cup corn
- 1½ teaspoons salt
- ¼ cup butter
- ¼ cup all-purpose flour
- 2 cups milk
- 3 cups cheddar cheese shredded
- 2 cups chicken cooked, diced
Instructions
- In a large pot, bring chicken broth to a boil.
- Reduce heat and add potatoes, carrots, corn, salt and pepper. Cover and simmer for 10 minutes.
- In another pan, melt butter and add flour. Mix well. Slowly add milk and cook until thickens. Stir in cheese and mix until melted.
- Add cheese/milk mixture, and cooked chicken, to veggie mixture and stir until combined and cooked through. ENJOY!
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 8Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 411 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 411kcal | 21% |
| Carbohydrates | 18g | 6% |
| Protein | 23g | 46% |
| Fat | 27g | 42% |
| Saturated Fat | 15g | 75% |
| Cholesterol | 92mg | 31% |
| Sodium | 1140mg | 48% |
| Potassium | 576mg | 12% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 4g | 8% |
| Vitamin A | 3455IU | 69% |
| Vitamin C | 14.2mg | 16% |
| Calcium | 407mg | 41% |
| Iron | 2.9mg | 16% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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