Slow Cooker Chicken Corn Chowder

As the weather starts to cool down, there’s nothing like a warm, comforting bowl of chowder to cozy up with. This delicious slow cooker recipe for a fall-inspired chowder is easy to make, packed with flavor, and is sure to become a new favorite in your household.

Ingredients You’ll Need

Before we dive into the recipe, let’s take a look at the ingredients you’ll need to make this cozy fall chowder. You’ll need:

• 6 slices of bacon
• 2-3 medium chicken breasts
• 1 small can of chopped green chilies
• 1 large onion
• 1 quart of reduced sodium chicken broth
• 2 cans of cream-style sweet corn
• 5-6 small red potatoes
• Sea salt and pepper to taste
• 1 teaspoon of garlic powder
• 2 cups of half and half (or heavy whipping cream for an extra creamy chowder)
• Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
• Crusty bread for serving (optional)

Preparing the Slow Cooker

Now that we have our ingredients, let’s get started on preparing the slow cooker. Begin by dicing the onion and cutting the red potatoes into 1-inch pieces. Add the chicken breasts, diced onion, and potatoes to the slow cooker.

Next, add in the 1 quart of reduced sodium chicken broth, 2 cans of cream-style sweet corn, and 1 small can of chopped green chilies. These ingredients will add flavor and moisture to the chowder without making it spicy.

Cooking and Seasoning the Chowder

Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 6 hours. Once the 6 hours are up, shred the chicken with two forks and add in the half and half (or heavy whipping cream), 1 teaspoon of garlic powder, sea salt, and pepper to taste.

Stir well and add the lid back on. Cook on high for an additional 20 minutes to heat the chowder through. If the chowder needs to be thicker, you can add in a cornstarch slurry (made by mixing 1-2 tablespoons of cornstarch with a small amount of water). Cook for an additional 20 minutes to allow the slurry to thicken the chowder.

Serving and Garnishing

Once the chowder is ready, serve it hot alongside some crusty bread and a pat of butter. You can also garnish with chopped bacon, fresh parsley, and a sprinkle of cracked pepper for added flavor and texture.

Tips and Variations

One of the best things about this recipe is how versatile it is. You can customize it to your taste by adding in other ingredients, such as diced bell peppers, chopped celery, or a sprinkle of paprika. You can also serve it with different types of bread, such as crackers or cornbread, for a change of pace.

In our opinion, the chowder tastes best without the bacon and parsley, as it gives it a more homestyle flavor. However, feel free to add them in if you prefer a fancier, more elevated taste.

Conclusion

This cozy fall chowder recipe is the perfect way to warm up on a chilly day. With its rich, creamy flavor and tender chunks of chicken and potatoes, it’s a recipe that’s sure to become a new favorite in your household. So go ahead, give it a try, and let us know what you think in the comments!