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Slow Cooker Chicken Corn Chowder

Slow Cooker Chicken Corn Chowder
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Slow Cooker Chicken Corn Chowder is a rich and creamy comfort food made with tender chicken, sweet corn, and velvety potatoes all slow-cooked to perfection. This easy-to-make chowder features a luscious texture and comforting warmth, perfect for cozy dinners or make-ahead meals that the whole family will love.

Ingredients

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Protein

  • 1.5 to 2 pounds chicken breasts or thighs (bone-in or boneless, trimmed and cut into chunks)

Vegetables

  • 3 cups fresh or frozen corn kernels (if fresh, removed from cob)
  • 3 large potatoes, diced into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced

Liquids

  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream or milk

Thickening Agents

  • 3 tablespoons butter
  • 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour

Seasonings & Herbs

  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme (or 1 tablespoon fresh thyme)
  • Salt, to taste
  • Black pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Prepare Your Ingredients: Dice the potatoes into bite-sized pieces, chop the onions, and mince the garlic. If using fresh corn, remove the kernels from the cob. Trim and cut the chicken into chunks for even cooking.
  2. Combine in the Slow Cooker: Place the chicken, potatoes, corn, onions, garlic, and thyme into the slow cooker. Pour in the chicken broth and stir gently to combine the ingredients without stirring the thickening mixture yet.
  3. Cook on Low: Cover and cook on low for 6 to 7 hours or on high for 3 to 4 hours until the chicken is tender and the potatoes are soft.
  4. Make the Chowder Creamy: In a separate bowl, mix butter and flour together to create a roux, then slowly stir in the heavy cream or milk. Add this mixture to the slow cooker about 30 minutes before serving, stirring gently to thicken the chowder without overcooking the dairy.
  5. Shred the Chicken: Remove the chicken pieces from the slow cooker, shred them using two forks, then return the shredded chicken to the slow cooker. Stir well to combine evenly before serving.

Notes

  • Use bone-in chicken breasts or thighs for extra flavor and remove bones before shredding.
  • Do not skip the roux step to achieve the perfect creamy texture.
  • Layer root vegetables at the bottom of the slow cooker to ensure even cooking.
  • If the chowder is too thick after adding cream, thin it with a little extra broth or milk.
  • Keep the slow cooker lid closed during cooking to maintain a consistent temperature and cooking time.

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