Warm yourself up from the inside-out with these chowder recipes. Fill your bowl with creamy clam chowder, corn chowder, potato chowder and more.
45 of the Best Chowder Recipes to Keep You Warm
Updated on Sep. 23, 2024
Contest-Winning New England Clam Chowder
This is the best New England clam chowder recipe, ever! In the Pacific Northwest, we dig our own razor clams and I grind them for the chowder. Since these aren’t readily available, the canned clams are perfectly acceptable. —Sandy Larson, Port Angeles, Washington
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Mushroom Corn Chowder
Total Time
30 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Chock-full of veggies, ham and cheese in every spoonful, this thick, creamy chowder will take the chill off even the nippiest of fall evenings. Serve it with crusty French bread. —Elaine Krupsky, Las Vegas, Nevada
Nutrition Facts:
3/4 cup: 184 calories, 12g fat (6g saturated fat), 31mg cholesterol, 652mg sodium, 15g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 2g fiber), 6g protein.
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Ramen Corn Chowder
Total Time
15 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This tastes so good, as if it simmered for hours, but it’s ready in 15 minutes. I thought the original recipe was lacking in flavor, so I jazzed it up with extra corn and bacon bits. —Darlene Brenden, Salem, Oregon
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 333 calories, 9g fat (5g saturated fat), 17mg cholesterol, 1209mg sodium, 49g carbohydrate (13g sugars, 4g fiber), 13g protein.
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Creamy Asparagus Chowder
Total Time
40 min
Servings
10 servings (about 2-1/2 quarts)
From the Recipe Creator:
Although this soup is best when made with fresh asparagus, you can use frozen or canned. I like to blanch and freeze asparagus in portions just right for this recipe so I can make our favorite chowder all year. —Shirley Beachum, Shelby, Michigan
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 187 calories, 8g fat (5g saturated fat), 26mg cholesterol, 491mg sodium, 23g carbohydrate (9g sugars, 3g fiber), 7g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1-1/2 starch, 1-1/2 fat.
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Pumpkin Clam Chowder
Total Time
1 hour
Servings
10 servings ( 2-1/2 quarts)
From the Recipe Creator:
When autumn arrives, I'm eager to celebrate with warm and cozy comfort food like this pumpkin clam chowder. Use fresh clams if they are available. —Renee Murby, Johnston, Rhode Island
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 289 calories, 20g fat (11g saturated fat), 76mg cholesterol, 661mg sodium, 17g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 2g fiber), 10g protein.
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Halibut & Potato Chowder
Total Time
55 min
Servings
12 servings (3 quarts)
From the Recipe Creator:
Several times a year I invite both my retired and current teaching friends to a dinner party with their spouses. I've served this halibut chowder at those parties, and it's always a big hit. —Teresa Lueck, Onamia, Minnesota
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 316 calories, 16g fat (9g saturated fat), 61mg cholesterol, 671mg sodium, 25g carbohydrate (8g sugars, 2g fiber), 16g protein.
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Mexican Street Corn Soup
Total Time
4 hours 5 min
Servings
8 servings (2 quarts)
From the Recipe Creator:
Corn is one of my all-time favorite vegetables, so when it's in season, I always make this super easy soup in the slow cooker. —Rashanda Cobbins, Food Editor, Taste Recipes
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 287 calories, 18g fat (9g saturated fat), 43mg cholesterol, 743mg sodium, 29g carbohydrate (10g sugars, 4g fiber), 8g protein.
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Best Seafood Chowder
Total Time
1 hour
Servings
32 servings (8 quarts)
From the Recipe Creator:
My husband is an avid fisherman. When a family get-together was planned and we had to bring something, we created this recipe using fish from our freezer. The chowder got rave reviews from the relatives! —Heather Saunders, Belchertown, Massachusetts
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 193 calories, 9g fat (4g saturated fat), 76mg cholesterol, 625mg sodium, 11g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 1g fiber), 17g protein.
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Coconut Shrimp Chowder
Total Time
30 min
Servings
5 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
After trying a coconut soup at a Thai restaurant, I added coconut milk to my fish chowder recipe—it was perfect! The fresh, simple ingredients allow the seafood to shine. —Michalene Baskett, Decatur, Georgia
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 376 calories, 26g fat (16g saturated fat), 112mg cholesterol, 633mg sodium, 22g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 5g fiber), 20g protein.
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Seafood Chowder with Seasoned Oyster Crackers
Total Time
1 hour 10 min
Servings
12 servings (4-1/2 quarts)
From the Recipe Creator:
Chock-full of fish, shrimp and scallops, this comforting chowder has been pleasing my family for many years. The seasoned oyster crackers add a bit of spice. —Virginia Anthony, Jacksonville, Florida
Nutrition Facts:
1-1/2 cups: 295 calories, 12g fat (5g saturated fat), 80mg cholesterol, 885mg sodium, 25g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 2g fiber), 22g protein.
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Cheesy Chicken Chowder
Total Time
35 min
Servings
8 servings (2 quarts)
From the Recipe Creator:
I like to serve this hearty chowder as a meal with garlic bread and a salad. It's a wonderful dish to prepare for any occasion. The rich, mild flavor and the tender chicken and vegetables appeal even to children and picky eaters. —Hazel Fritchie, Palestine, Illinois
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 322 calories, 19g fat (12g saturated fat), 85mg cholesterol, 1100mg sodium, 18g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 2g fiber), 21g protein.
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Loaded Broccoli-Cheese Potato Chowder
Total Time
6 hours 25 min
Servings
8 servings (2 quarts)
From the Recipe Creator:
For anyone who loves baked potatoes or broccoli cheese soup, this is the best of both worlds. If you have bacon lovers, offer crumbled cooked bacon as a topping. Then everyone is happy, carnivore or not! —Vivi Taylor, Middleburg, Florida
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 386 calories, 23g fat (13g saturated fat), 62mg cholesterol, 921mg sodium, 26g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 2g fiber), 20g protein.
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Creamy Chicken Corn Chowder
Total Time
35 min
Servings
2 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
My 10-year-old son and I devised the recipe for this rich and comforting soup. Now it's a family favorite. —Terrie Sowders, Carthage, Indiana
Nutrition Facts:
1-1/2 cups: 317 calories, 11g fat (6g saturated fat), 73mg cholesterol, 926mg sodium, 31g carbohydrate (7g sugars, 2g fiber), 24g protein.
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Instant Pot Clam Chowder
Total Time
45 min
Servings
8 servings (2 quarts)
From the Recipe Creator:
Clam chowder is especially tasty when it's served with a sprinkle of fresh thyme, bacon crumbles and crispy oyster crackers on top. If you like your chowder on the thick side, add another tablespoon of flour after it is done in the pressure cooker. —Taste Recipes Test Kitchen
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 227 calories, 13g fat (7g saturated fat), 56mg cholesterol, 673mg sodium, 21g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 2g fiber), 8g protein.
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Bean Counter Chowder
Total Time
30 min
Servings
8 servings (2 quarts)
From the Recipe Creator:
This hearty chowder is one of our favorite vegetarian dishes. Loaded with beans, noodles and bright herbs, it's so comforting on a chilly day. —Vivian Haen, Menomonee Falls, Wisconsin
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 196 calories, 3g fat (0 saturated fat), 2mg cholesterol, 676mg sodium, 33g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 9g fiber), 10g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2 starch, 1/2 fat.
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Sausage Corn Chowder
Total Time
40 min
Servings
10 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This hearty soup has been a family favorite since I first acquired the recipe from a popular Wisconsin restaurant. Served with crusty French bread and a tossed salad, it is a great Saturday night supper. I've even served it to a group of 50 at a church luncheon. --Sue A. Jurack
Corn Chowder with Dumplings
This is a spiced-up version of my favorite corn chowder. The first time I added dumplings, my husband declared them awesome! —Shannon Kohn, Simpsonville, South Carolina
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Priscilla’s Vegetable Chowder
Total Time
55 min
Servings
12 servings (3 quarts)
From the Recipe Creator:
This is the perfect soup to warm up with on a cold fall or winter day. It makes a big batch perfect for serving a crowd. —Jenna Jackson, Salt Lake City, Utah
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 281 calories, 18g fat (11g saturated fat), 58mg cholesterol, 853mg sodium, 22g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 2g fiber), 9g protein.
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Fish Chowder
Total Time
45 min
Servings
about 4-1/2 quarts
From the Recipe Creator:
This recipe was handed down by my mother, although I have changed it a bit. This really reflects our region, since New England is famous for its fish.
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 193 calories, 9g fat (5g saturated fat), 57mg cholesterol, 659mg sodium, 15g carbohydrate (7g sugars, 1g fiber), 14g protein.
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Broccoli Chowder
Total Time
30 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Sue Call of Beech Grove, Indiana serves this comforting soup on chilly stay-at-home evenings. Nutmeg seasons the light creamy broth that's chock-full of tender broccoli florets and diced potatoes.
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 200 calories, 11g fat (7g saturated fat), 36mg cholesterol, 561mg sodium, 19g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 2g fiber), 7g protein.
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Slow-Cooked Manhattan Clam Chowder
Total Time
8 hours 10 min
Servings
9 servings (2-1/4 quarts)
From the Recipe Creator:
I came up with this simple, delicious soup years ago when my husband and I both worked. It's easy to dump all the ingredients into the slow cooker in the morning ... and wonderful to come home to the aroma of a hot dinner ready. —Mary Dixon, Northville, Michigan
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 80 calories, 0 fat (0 saturated fat), 14mg cholesterol, 612mg sodium, 13g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 3g fiber), 4g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1 starch, 1 lean meat.
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Mexican Corn Chowder
Total Time
30 min
Servings
8 servings (2 quarts)
From the Recipe Creator:
I like to make this smooth, creamy soup when company comes to visit. Its zippy flavor is full of southwestern flair. My family enjoys dipping slices of homemade bread in this chowder to soak up every bite! —Susan Garoutte, Georgetown, Texas
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 368 calories, 21g fat (13g saturated fat), 114mg cholesterol, 753mg sodium, 14g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 1g fiber), 28g protein.
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Crab and Corn Chowder
Total Time
1 hour
Servings
6 servings (1-1/2 quarts)
From the Recipe Creator:
I started cooking at a local restaurant when I was 16 years old. This creamy chowder was one of the soups we made. The recipe had been passed from cook to cook— but had never been written down, until now!
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 402 calories, 21g fat (12g saturated fat), 94mg cholesterol, 859mg sodium, 34g carbohydrate (13g sugars, 3g fiber), 17g protein.
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Chicken Chili Chowder
Total Time
40 min
Servings
6 servings (2 quarts)
From the Recipe Creator:
One chilly April afternoon, I craved a hearty soup but had less than an hour to prepare a meal. I came up with this chowder that uses pantry ingredients, and everyone thought it hit the spot. —Jenna Rempe, Lincoln, NE
Nutrition Facts:
1-1/3 cups: 330 calories, 7g fat (2g saturated fat), 42mg cholesterol, 1209mg sodium, 46g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 7g fiber), 22g protein.
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Hearty Quinoa & Corn Chowder
Total Time
40 min
Servings
14 servings (3/4 cup each)
From the Recipe Creator:
My grandmother lived in the Appalachian Mountains and always served straight-from-the-garden corn and beans. I updated her dish with quinoa and herbs. — Kari Napier, Louisville, Kentucky
Nutrition Facts:
3/4 cup: 264 calories, 16g fat (9g saturated fat), 49mg cholesterol, 485mg sodium, 27g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 4g fiber), 6g protein.
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Corn Chowder
Total Time
35 min
Servings
8 servings (about 2 quarts)
From the Recipe Creator:
Chowder is a classic comfort food here in the Northeast, especially during cooler weather. Whenever I make a trip home to Pittsburgh, Mom has this simmering on the stove for me.
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 271 calories, 14g fat (8g saturated fat), 39mg cholesterol, 889mg sodium, 35g carbohydrate (8g sugars, 3g fiber), 5g protein.
Spring Salmon Chowder
You can’t help but fill up on this creamy salmon chowder. Veggies make it a whole meal in a bowl. —Pat Waymire, Yellow Springs, Ohio
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Hearty Cheeseburger Chowder
Total Time
30 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This is a family favorite for cold blustery days. It's very filling and an easy meal when served with cornbread or biscuits. —Rebecca McCabe, Ekalaka, Montana
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 261 calories, 14g fat (8g saturated fat), 61mg cholesterol, 696mg sodium, 15g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 1g fiber), 19g protein.
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Chicken Fajita Soup
Total Time
4 hours 20 min
Servings
10 servings (about 3-1/2 quarts)
From the Recipe Creator:
This south-of-the-border chowder is one of my favorite slow cooker recipes, and it's a winner at family dinners and potlucks alike. We like ours topped with fresh avocado, shredded cheddar cheese and chili cheese corn chips. —Nancy Heishman, Las Vegas, Nevada
Nutrition Facts:
1-1/3 cups: 269 calories, 9g fat (3g saturated fat), 64mg cholesterol, 1069mg sodium, 20g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 4g fiber), 26g protein.
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Potato Soup
Total Time
5 hours 50 min
Servings
12 servings (3 quarts)
From the Recipe Creator:
I decided to add some character to a basic potato chowder with a jar of roasted red peppers. The extra flavor gives a deliciously different twist to an otherwise ordinary soup. —Mary Shivers, Ada, Oklahoma
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 289 calories, 19g fat (11g saturated fat), 59mg cholesterol, 848mg sodium, 23g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 1g fiber), 7g protein.
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Manhattan Clam Chowder
Total Time
50 min
Servings
8 servings (2 quarts)
From the Recipe Creator:
I typically serve this chowder with a tossed salad and hot rolls. It is easy to make and tastes wonderful on a cold winter evening. My family has enjoyed it for more than 30 years. —Joan Hopewell, Columbus, New Jersey
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 91 calories, 3g fat (2g saturated fat), 15mg cholesterol, 652mg sodium, 13g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 3g fiber), 5g protein.
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Potato Chowder
Total Time
8 hours 15 min
Servings
12 servings (3 quarts)
From the Recipe Creator:
One of the ladies in our church quilting group brought this savory potato soup to a meeting, and everyone loved how the cream cheese and bacon made it so rich. It's easy to assemble in the morning so it can simmer on its own all day. —Anna Mayer, Fort Branch, Indiana
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup (calculated without bacon): 179 calories, 9g fat (5g saturated fat), 25mg cholesterol, 690mg sodium, 21g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 2g fiber), 4g protein.
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Ham Chowder
Total Time
1 hour
Servings
10 servings (2-1/2 quarts)
From the Recipe Creator:
My five children all agree that this soothing recipe is wonderful. The soup is full of potatoes, carrots and ham. The best part is that I can get it on the table in only a half hour of hands-on time. —Jennifer Trenhaile, Emerson, Nebraska
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 404 calories, 26g fat (12g saturated fat), 76mg cholesterol, 1081mg sodium, 20g carbohydrate (8g sugars, 3g fiber), 22g protein.
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Zippy Chicken and Corn Chowder
Total Time
40 min
Servings
8 servings (3 quarts)
From the Recipe Creator:
Gently spiced corn chowder is always a good option for kids, but feel free to rev up yours with hot pepper sauce. This chowder’s a lifesaver on busy weeknights. —Andrea Early, Harrisonburg, Virginia
Nutrition Facts:
1-1/2 cups: 351 calories, 12g fat (5g saturated fat), 75mg cholesterol, 920mg sodium, 39g carbohydrate (7g sugars, 4g fiber), 25g protein.
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Clam Chowder
Total Time
55 min
Servings
5 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This is the best clam chowder recipe ever! In the Pacific Northwest, we dig our own razor clams and I grind them for the chowder. Since these aren't readily available everywhere, the canned clams are perfectly acceptable. —Sandy Larson, Port Angeles, Washington
Nutrition Facts:
1-1/3 cups: 280 calories, 5g fat (1g saturated fat), 36mg cholesterol, 805mg sodium, 42g carbohydrate (9g sugars, 3g fiber), 15g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2-1/2 starch, 1 lean meat.
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Curried Chicken Corn Chowder
Total Time
45 min
Servings
8 servings (2 quarts)
From the Recipe Creator:
This recipe is close to one my mom used to make for us kids when the weather turned cold. Hers called for heavy cream, but I came up with a slimmer version that I think is pretty true to the original! —Kendra Doss, Colorado Springs, Colorado
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 229 calories, 4g fat (2g saturated fat), 45mg cholesterol, 582mg sodium, 28g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 3g fiber), 22g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2 starch, 2 lean meat.
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Smoky Cheddar, Ham and Corn Chowder
Total Time
50 min
Servings
6 servings (2 quarts)
From the Recipe Creator:
When I'm making a pot of Smoky Cheddar Corn Chowder, no one misses dinner. Smoked cheese the flavor to another level. —Danielle Crawford, Pelzer, SC
Nutrition Facts:
1-1/3 cups: 462 calories, 16g fat (8g saturated fat), 92mg cholesterol, 1797mg sodium, 47g carbohydrate (12g sugars, 5g fiber), 35g protein.
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Southwest Chicken Barley Chowder
Total Time
30 min
Servings
8 servings (2-1/2 quarts)
From the Recipe Creator:
Mashed squash helps make this chowder creamy but not heavy, and it's a favorite way to get barley on the table. My kids even ask for leftovers for lunch. —Pamela Cleghorn, Campbellsburg, Indiana
Nutrition Facts:
1-1/4 cups: 298 calories, 8g fat (3g saturated fat), 46mg cholesterol, 681mg sodium, 35g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 7g fiber), 20g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2 starch, 2 lean meat, 1 fat.
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Corn Chowder with Bacon
Total Time
30 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I was raised on a farm, so a warm soup with homey ingredients, like this corn chowder with bacon, was always a treat after a chilly day outside. My hearty chowder nourishes the family. —Katie Lillo, Big Lake, Minnesota
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 335 calories, 13g fat (6g saturated fat), 37mg cholesterol, 592mg sodium, 44g carbohydrate (10g sugars, 3g fiber), 12g protein.
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Chicken, Asparagus & Corn Chowder
Total Time
30 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Chicken and asparagus make a light, comforting soup that’s easy to do with common ingredients. If we have rotisserie chicken, it goes into this soup. —Jennifer Vo, Irvine, California
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 215 calories, 9g fat (1g saturated fat), 43mg cholesterol, 800mg sodium, 15g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 1g fiber), 19g protein.
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Shrimp Chowder
Total Time
3 hours 45 min
Servings
12 servings (3 quarts)
From the Recipe Creator:
I simmer my rich and creamy shrimp soup in the slow cooker. Because the chowder is ready in less than four hours, it can be prepared in the afternoon and served to dinner guests that night. —Will Zunio, Gretna, Louisiana
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 202 calories, 8g fat (4g saturated fat), 169mg cholesterol, 745mg sodium, 13g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 1g fiber), 20g protein.
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Ham & Potato-Rutabaga Chowder
Total Time
1 hour 10 min
Servings
12 servings (3 quarts)
From the Recipe Creator:
The ingredients in this dish are a nod to my mother's tasty potato and rutabaga side dish, which was always paired with baked country ham; dishes she served during the cold months when I was a child. Whenever I make this chowder it brings me back to a time when life was just a little bit simpler. —Cheryl Perry, Hertford, North Carolina
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 254 calories, 15g fat (5g saturated fat), 33mg cholesterol, 776mg sodium, 21g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 3g fiber), 10g protein.
Easy Chicken Corn Chowder
When I haven’t planned for dinner, I often play around with ingredients in my pantry instead of running to the store. This recipe was a happy experiment. Cut some fat by omitting the bacon—it’s still tasty. —Barbara Banski, Fenton, Michigan
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Instant Pot Corn Chowder
Total Time
30 min
Servings
8 servings (2 quarts)
From the Recipe Creator:
Enjoy this chowder’s rich, slow-simmered flavor in record time by using an Instant Pot. Corn chowder is a classic staple, with its hearty flavors of creamy sweet corn, bacon crumbles, shredded cheddar cheese and chopped parsley. —Taste Recipes Test Kitchen, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 191 calories, 9g fat (5g saturated fat), 31mg cholesterol, 709mg sodium, 21g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 2g fiber), 7g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1-1/2 starch, 1 medium-fat meat, 1/2 fat.
