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Zucchini Corn Chowder

Zucchini Corn Chowder brings together smoky bacon, sweet bursts of fresh corn, and tender zucchini in a velvety potato base with a gentle kick of red pepper flakes. The broth is enriched with a buttery roux, cream, and milk for a lush, comforting texture—perfect for late-summer evenings or a cozy soup night.

  • Prep20 mins
  • Cook40 mins
  • Serves4
  • DifficultyEasy
Zucchini Corn Chowder

easyChef Pro health score

Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Zucchini Corn Chowder, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.

45 Health Score
Glycemic ImpactFair
54 / 100
Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
Nutritional DensityPoor
0 / 100
Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
Energy DensityGood
93 / 100
Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
NOVA Unprocessed or minimally processed
1 / 4
Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.

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21
Heart Health
70
Metabolic
32
Digestive
20
Inflammatory
39
Performance
44
General Wellness
  1. 1

    In a large stock pot, cook the bacon over medium-high heat until crisp, about 7 minutes. Take the pot off the heat. Transfer the bacon to a plate lined with paper towels.

  2. 2

    Add the onion and celery to the bacon fat in the pot and cook over medium heat until the vegetables start to brown, about 10 minutes. Add the garlic and cook, stirring constantly, until fragrant, about 2 minutes. Add the potatoes, bone broth, and red pepper flakes, then bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce the heat and simmer until the potatoes are tender, about 10 minutes.

  3. 3

    Stir in half of the corn kernels and cook for a few minutes.

  4. 4

    Melt the butter in a small saucepan; whisk in the flour until smooth. Cook over low heat, whisking constantly, for about 5 minutes. Slowly whisk in the cream and milk, then pour this into the corn mixture. Cook the soup over medium heat for 5 minutes, stirring well. Let the soup cool slightly, then blend with an immersion blender until smooth.

  5. 5

    Add the remaining corn, bacon, zucchini, and thyme; bring to a low simmer and cook until the zucchini is tender, about 5 minutes. Taste and season with salt and pepper.

About This Recipe

Zucchini Corn Chowder is an American dinner recipe made with 14 ingredients. It takes about 1 hr, serves 4, and is rated easy. Key ingredients include 2% Reduced Fat Milk, All Purpose Flour, Celery, and Chicken Bone Broth. Each serving provides about 460.41 kcal, and is a good source of protein.

Recipe Questions

What is Zucchini Corn Chowder?
It is an American chowder recipe made with 14 ingredients, usually served for dinner or lunch or soup.
What is Zucchini Corn Chowder made of?
The main ingredients are 2% Reduced-Fat Milk, All-Purpose Flour, Celery, Chicken Bone Broth, Corn on the Cob. The full list of 14 is above.
What goes well with Zucchini Corn Chowder?
Explore these American side-dish recipes.
How long does it take to make Zucchini Corn Chowder?
About 1 hr in total: 20 mins to prepare and 40 mins to cook.
How many calories are in one serving?
One serving provides about 460.41 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
Is Zucchini Corn Chowder easy to make?
This recipe is rated easy, with 14 ingredients and 5 steps.
Is Zucchini Corn Chowder healthy?
Zucchini Corn Chowder has an easyChef Pro health score of 45/100. Per serving, it provides 460.41 calories and 21.97 g of protein, or 44% of the Daily Value. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 801.63 mg (35% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 10.14 g (51% of the Daily Value). It contains Milk, Wheat, Gluten, Celery, Corn, Garlic and Onions, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.

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