Description
Shrimp and corn chowder is a soul-soothing dish that combines tender shrimp and sweet corn in a creamy, velvety broth. This cozy chowder is perfect for chilly evenings or family gatherings, delivering comfort with every spoonful. Quick to prepare and bursting with flavor, it’s sure to become a favorite in your household. Serve it hot with crusty bread, and enjoy the delightful aroma that fills your kitchen!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb fresh shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 cups sweet corn (fresh or frozen)
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 medium Yukon Gold potatoes, diced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable or chicken broth
- 2 tsp fresh thyme
- 1 bay leaf
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Sauté onions and garlic until fragrant (3-4 minutes).
- Add diced potatoes and broth; bring to a simmer for about 10 minutes until potatoes are tender.
- Stir in shrimp and corn; cook for another 5-7 minutes until shrimp are pink and opaque.
- Reduce heat, mix in heavy cream, thyme, and bay leaf; simmer gently for an additional 5 minutes.
- Season with salt and pepper before serving hot with crusty bread.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 190mg