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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
  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.

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