Shrimp Corn Chowder
Shrimp Corn Chowder blends sweet corn with tender shrimp in a rich, velvety broth, finished with a savory crunch of bacon. Thyme, garlic, and onion add warmth while a splash of half-and-half rounds the flavors. It’s a cozy weeknight main or a comforting first course on cooler evenings.
- Prep20 mins
- Cook30 mins
- Serves4
- DifficultyEasy
- 1
Cook bacon in a large skillet over medium-high heat, turning now and then, until evenly browned, about 10 minutes.
- 2
Transfer the bacon slices to a paper towel-lined plate.
- 3
Drain and discard the excess grease.
- 4
Crumble 4 slices bacon into the same skillet.
- 5
Add onion, celery, garlic, and thyme; cook and stir over medium heat until the vegetables are soft, about 5 minutes.
- 6
Transfer the mixture to a large pot.
- 7
Add corn and chicken broth; bring to a boil.
- 8
Cook the soup until the flavors blend, about 5 minutes.
- 9
Pour 2 cups of soup into a blender.
- 10
Cover and hold the lid down; purée until smooth.
- 11
Return the puréed soup to the pot.
- 12
Stir in half-and-half, salt, and pepper; bring to a boil.
- 13
Stir in shrimp; cook until the shrimp are opaque, 3 to 4 minutes.
- 14
Ladle the soup into bowls.
- 15
Crumble the remaining 2 slices of bacon on top.
- Calories 394.4 kcal Moderate
- Protein 34.26 g Good Source
- Carbs 50.12 g Moderate
- Total Fat 8.9 g Moderate
- Saturated Fat 3.48 g Moderate
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source
- Cholesterol 164.45 mg High
- Sodium 1047.81 mg High
- Fiber 6.72 g Good Source
- Sugar 8.84 g Moderate
- Added Sugar 0.0 g Low Source
- Calcium 168.1 mg Moderate
- Iron 1.47 mg Low Source
- Potassium 897.46 mg Moderate
- Vitamin A 29.83 mcg_rae Low Source
- Vitamin C 9.08 mg Moderate
- Vitamin D 0.88 mcg Low Source
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Shellfish 🦐
- Milk 🥛
- Celery
- Corn 🌽
- Garlic 🧄
- Onions 🧅
About This Recipe
Shrimp Corn Chowder is a Southern Recipes dinner recipe made with 11 ingredients. It takes about 50 mins, serves 4, and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Bacon, Black Pepper, Celery, and Chicken Broth. Each serving provides about 394.4 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Shrimp Corn Chowder?
- It is a Southern Recipes chowder recipe made with 11 ingredients, usually served for dinner or lunch or soup.
- What is Shrimp Corn Chowder made of?
- The main ingredients are Bacon, Black Pepper, Celery, Chicken Broth, Fresh Thyme. The full list of 11 is above.
- What goes well with Shrimp Corn Chowder?
- Explore these Southern Recipes side-dish recipes.
- How long does it take to make Shrimp Corn Chowder?
- About 50 mins in total: 20 mins to prepare and 30 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 394.4 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Shrimp Corn Chowder easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 11 ingredients and 15 steps.
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