Description

Whip up a creamy, comforting Chicken Corn Chowder packed with fresh veggies and smoked turkey bacon for any day of the week. This hearty soup blends tender chicken, sweet corn, and savory flavors to warm and satisfy your taste buds effortlessly. Perfect for a quick lunch or cozy dinner, this classic chowder delivers rich texture and delightful taste made simple.

Ingredients

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Proteins

2 cups chicken breast or thighs, bite-sized pieces
4 slices smoked turkey bacon, chopped

Vegetables and Aromatics

1 cup fresh corn kernels
1 medium onion, diced
2 celery stalks, diced
2 medium carrots, diced
3 cloves garlic, minced

Liquids & Seasonings

4 cups vegetable broth
1 cup plant-based cream (plant-based)
1 tablespoon vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural)
1 teaspoon natural gelling agent
1 teaspoon fresh thyme, chopped
2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Instructions

Prepare the Smoked Turkey Bacon and Vegetables: Chop the smoked turkey bacon into small pieces and cook in a large pot over medium heat until crispy; remove and set aside. In the same pot, sauté diced onions, celery, carrots, and minced garlic until softened and aromatic.
Cook the Chicken: Add bite-sized chicken pieces to the pot and cook until lightly browned on the outside, sealing in juices and enhancing texture.
Add Broth and Corn: Pour in vegetable broth, add fresh corn kernels, and bring everything to a gentle simmer to meld flavors together.
Enrich with Plant-Based Cream and Natural Gelling Agent: Stir in plant-based cream and sprinkle the natural gelling agent, simmer gently and stir occasionally to develop creamy, slightly thickened texture.
Season and Finish: Mix in vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural), fresh thyme, and parsley. Season with salt and pepper to taste and cook for a few more minutes to combine flavors fully.

Notes

Use fresh corn kernels for the best sweetness and texture.
Reserve a few crispy bacon pieces for garnish.
Do not omit the natural gelling agent for authentic chowder creaminess.
Simmer on low heat to keep chicken tender and allow flavors to blend.
Adjust salt at the end to avoid over-seasoning.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Appetizers
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cup
Calories: 280
Sugar: 6g
Sodium: 650mg
Fat: 12g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Unsaturated Fat: 7g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 18g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 20g
Cholesterol: 50mg

Keywords: Chicken Corn Chowder, creamy soup, smoked turkey bacon, plant-based cream, vegetable chowder, gluten free soup