Best 9 Fresh Summer Corn Chowder Recipes

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Indulge in the flavors of summer with our irresistible fresh corn chowder recipe! This creamy and hearty chowder is packed with the sweet goodness of fresh corn, tender potatoes, and a medley of savory vegetables, all simmered in a rich and flavorful broth. Perfect as a light lunch or a comforting dinner, our corn chowder is sure to be a hit with the whole family.

In addition to the classic corn chowder, we also offer two exciting variations to tantalize your taste buds. Our roasted corn chowder adds a smoky and caramelized depth of flavor, while our spicy corn chowder brings a delightful kick with a blend of chili peppers and spices. Whether you prefer a traditional chowder or something with a twist, our recipes have got you covered.

So gather your ingredients, prepare your cooking pots, and let's embark on a culinary journey that celebrates the vibrant flavors of summer!

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

SUMMER CORN CHOWDER



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Four cups of corn stock and five ears of corn go into this satisfying, rich corn chowder.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Soups, Stews & Stocks     Soup Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 10

4 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 large white onion, diced into 1/4-inch pieces (about 2 cups)
5 to 6 sprigs thyme, placed in cheesecloth and tied with kitchen twine
5 ears yellow corn, kernels removed (about 5 cups)
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper
4 cups Corn Stock, or homemade or low-sodium canned chicken stock
1 pound small fingerling potatoes, cut into 1/2-inch-thick slices
3/4 cup half and-half
Chives, thinly sliced, for serving
Hot sauce, for serving (optional)

Steps:

  • Melt butter in a small stockpot over medium-low heat. Add onion, thyme bundle, and corn, and season with salt. Cook, stirring occasionally, until very soft but not browned, about 20 minutes.
  • Add stock and potatoes and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium and simmer, stirring occasionally, until potatoes are tender, 8 to 10 minutes. Remove and discard thyme. Puree one third of the mixture until smooth, using an immersion blender (use caution when blending hot liquids). Return to pot and stir in half and half. Cook until chowder is hot. Season with salt and pepper. Garnish with chives and hot sauce, if desired; serve immediately.

SUMMER CORN CHOWDER



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This Summer Corn Chowder is creamy, comforting and full of flavor. Made with bacon, garlic and cheese it's pretty hard to resist and can be enjoyed all summer long! Serve in big bowls with a side of crusty bread.

Provided by Jaclyn

Categories     Soup

Time 50m

Number Of Ingredients 15

8 ears fresh sweet yellow corn, (husked and silks removed and kernels cut from cob)
3 Tbsp butter
5 slices bacon, (cut into 1/4 to 1/2-inch pieces (see note*))
1 medium yellow onion chopped ((1 1/2 cups))
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1 clove garlic, (minced)
5 cups water (or low-sodium chicken broth)
1 lb Yukon Gold potatoes, (cut into 1/2-inch pieces)
1/2 tsp dried thyme
1 bay leaf
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 cup half and half
1 Tbsp honey
2 - 3 Tbsp chopped fresh chives
Shredded cheddar cheese, (for serving (optional))

Steps:

  • Melt butter in a large pot over medium heat. Add the onion and bacon and cook, stirring frequently, until onion has softened and just starting to brown around edges, about 8 - 10 minutes.
  • Add in the flour and garlic and cook 1 1/2 minutes. While whisking, slowly pour in 5 cups water or broth.
  • Bring mixture to a boil, stirring constantly, then stir in corn kernels and potatoes. Add in thyme and bay leaf and season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Bring to a light boil, then reduce heat to medium-low and allow to simmer, stirring occasionally, until potatoes are tender, about 20 minutes.
  • Remove bay leave then transfer 2 1/2 cups of the chowder to a blender and blend until smooth.
  • Stir the mixture back into the pot then stir in half and half and honey. Sprinkle each serving with chives and optional cheddar.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 364 kcal, Carbohydrate 42 g, Protein 10 g, Fat 19 g, SaturatedFat 9 g, Cholesterol 42 mg, Sodium 225 mg, Fiber 4 g, Sugar 11 g, ServingSize 1 serving

SUMMER CORN CHOWDER



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This recipe is amazing. I tend to alter it every time I make it; it just keeps getting better and better!

Provided by KandyKates recipes

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Chowders     Corn Chowder Recipes

Time 58m

Yield 5

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons butter
1 large onion, diced
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
5 cups vegetable broth
2 large russet potatoes, cut into 1/4-inch pieces
4 cups corn kernels
½ cup diced red bell pepper
½ cup diced green bell pepper
1 cup half-and-half
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
salt to taste

Steps:

  • Heat olive oil and butter in a Dutch oven over low heat. Add onion; cook until tender, about 10 minutes. Sprinkle flour over onion; cook and stir until onion is coated, about 5 minutes.
  • Stir vegetable broth and potatoes into the onion mixture; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium; cook partially covered until potatoes are tender, about 10 minutes. Add corn, red pepper, green pepper, half-and-half, ground black pepper, and salt. Reduce heat to low; cook and stir until corn is softened, about 8 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 441.1 calories, Carbohydrate 65.3 g, Cholesterol 30.1 mg, Fat 17.8 g, Fiber 7.5 g, Protein 10.7 g, SaturatedFat 7.4 g, Sodium 571.9 mg, Sugar 10.2 g

FRESH SUMMER CORN CHOWDER



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Terrific recipe for fresh corn and potatoes and has always been a hit whenever I've served it. Good vegetarian dish, too!

Provided by outandabout829

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Chowders     Corn Chowder Recipes

Time 1h10m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 11

6 ears corn, husked
¼ pound unsalted butter
1 medium onion, diced
2 bunches scallions, thinly sliced
2 cloves garlic, minced
4 small new potatoes, cut into chunks
1 jalapeno pepper, minced
1 ½ cups milk
1 ½ cups vegetable broth
1 cup chopped fresh cilantro
freshly ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Remove corn kernels from cobs and place in a bowl. Scrape 'milk' from cobs into bowl with the kernels. Reserve 1 cob.
  • Melt butter in a large saucepan over medium-low heat. Add onion, scallions, and garlic; cook until soft but not brown, about 3 minutes. Add corn kernels, corn milk, potatoes, and jalapeno. Cook, stirring frequently, for 10 minutes. Add milk, broth, and reserved cob. Simmer until potatoes are completely soft and soup is slightly thick, 15 to 20 minutes. Remove and discard cob.
  • Season chowder with cilantro and pepper and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 334 calories, Carbohydrate 40 g, Cholesterol 45.6 mg, Fat 18 g, Fiber 6.6 g, Protein 8.4 g, SaturatedFat 10.7 g, Sodium 175.8 mg, Sugar 9.7 g

FRESH CORN CHOWDER



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This creamy corn and potato dish is perfect when you yearn for a full-bodied soup with lots of down-home flavor. "I discovered the recipe in a fresh fruit and vegetable cook-book," notes Margaret Olien of New Richmond, Wisconsin. "It really hits the spot on a chilly day."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 7 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

4 large ears sweet corn, husks removed
1 large onion, chopped
1 celery rib, chopped
1 tablespoon butter
1-1/2 cups diced peeled potatoes
1 cup water
2 teaspoons chicken bouillon granules
1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
1/4 teaspoon pepper
6 tablespoons all-purpose flour
3 cups 2% milk

Steps:

  • Cut corn off the cob; set aside. In a large saucepan, saute onion and celery in butter until tender. Add the potatoes, water, bouillon, thyme, pepper and corn. Bring to a boil. , Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 15 minutes or until potatoes are tender. Combine flour and milk until smooth; gradually stir into soup. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 204 calories, Fat 5g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 13mg cholesterol, Sodium 410mg sodium, Carbohydrate 35g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 8g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

SUMMER CORN CHOWDER



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 25m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

5 ears corn, husked
1 medium onion, chopped
2 tablespoon olive oil
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 red bell pepper, diced
Salt
Pepper
Cayenne
2 potatoes, peeled, cubed
6 1/2 cups chicken stock
Tabasco

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, remove corn kernels from cob using a small knife. Set aside. In heavy pot saute onion in olive oil. Add garlic and red pepper. Stir. Season with salt, pepper and cayenne. Cook until vegetables are soft. Add corn and chicken stock. Add potatoes. Cover and simmer until potatoes are tender. Remove 2-3 ladles of soup to a blender and puree. Pour puree back in soup and stir. Serve hot with a dash of Tabasco.

SUMMER CORN CHOWDER



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Categories     Soup/Stew     Onion     Vegetable     Sauté     Vegetarian     Corn     Bell Pepper     Summer     Simmer     Parade

Yield Makes 4 to 5 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 large onion, cut into 1/4-inch dice
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
5 cupsFresh Vegetable Broth
2 russet potatoes, cut into 1/4-inch dice
4 cups fresh corn kernels
1/2 cup diced (1/4 inch) red bell pepper
1/2 cup diced (1/4 inch) green bell pepper
Salt, to taste
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 cup half-and-half
2 ripe plum tomatoes, seeded and cut into 1/4-inch dice, for garnish
1/2 cup thinly slivered fresh basil leaves, for garnish

Steps:

  • 1. Place the oil and butter in a pot over low heat. Add the diced onion and wilt for about 10 minutes. Sprinkle the flour over the onion; cook, stirring, for an additional 3 to 5 minutes.
  • 2. Add the broth and potatoes; bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to medium and cook, partially covered, for 10 minutes or until the potatoes are tender, stirring occasionally.
  • 3. Add the corn, red and green bell peppers, salt, pepper, and half-and-half; cook over low heat for 8 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • 4. Ladle 2 cups of soup into each bowl. Before serving, place 1 tablespoon of diced tomatoes in the center of each and top generously with slivered basil. Serve immediately.

EASY SUMMER CORN CHOWDER



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Summer corn chowder is served hot, but irresistible because of the fresh corn.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Soups, Stews & Stocks     Soup Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 10

4 teaspoons bacon, cut into 1/4-inch dice
1 small onion, peeled and cut into 1/4-inch dice (1 cup)
2 ribs celery, strings removed, cut into 1/2-inch dice (3/4 cup)
8 sprigs thyme
Salt and freshly ground pepper
3 cups homemade or low-sodium canned chicken stock, skimmed of fat
3 ears yellow corn, kernels removed (about 2 1/2 cups)
5 ounces small fingerling potatoes, cut into 1/2-inch-thick slices
1 poblano chile, seeded and cut into 1/2-inch dice
1 1/2 cups half-and-half

Steps:

  • Place bacon in small stockpot over medium-high heat. Cook, stirring occasionally, until bacon is deep golden brown and all the fat has been rendered, about 4 minutes. Remove bacon with slotted spoon, transfer to paper towel, and set aside. Discard all but 2 tablespoons of bacon fat.
  • Add onions, celery, thyme, and salt and pepper to taste to stockpot; cook over medium-low heat until translucent, about 8 minutes. Add stock; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium; simmer 15 minutes.
  • Add corn, potatoes, and chile; cook until potatoes are tender, 8 to 10 minutes. Remove and discard thyme. Add half-and-half, and simmer until soup is hot. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper, and garnish with the reserved crisp bacon pieces.

FRESH CORN & POTATO CHOWDER



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This corn chowder recipe was one of my favorites as a child in upstate New York, and I still love it today. For extra depth, place the spent cob in the soup, simmer, then remove. -Tracy Bivins, Knob Noster, Missouri

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner     Lunch

Time 40m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 tablespoon butter
1 medium onion, chopped
1 pound red potatoes (about 3 medium), cubed
1-1/2 cups fresh or frozen corn (about 7 ounces)
3 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth
1-1/4 cups half-and-half cream, divided
2 green onions, thinly sliced
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, heat butter over medium-high heat. Add onion; cook and stir 2-4 minutes or until tender. Add potatoes, corn, broth, 1 cup cream, green onions, salt and pepper; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, 12-15 minutes or until potatoes are tender., In a small bowl, mix flour and remaining cream until smooth; stir into soup. Return to a boil, stirring constantly; cook and stir 1-2 minutes or until slightly thickened. Stir in parsley.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 200 calories, Fat 8g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 30mg cholesterol, Sodium 534mg sodium, Carbohydrate 26g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 7g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Tips for Making the Best Fresh Summer Corn Chowder:

  • Use fresh, sweet corn. This is the key ingredient, so make sure it's at its peak of flavor.
  • Don't overcook the corn. You want it to be tender but still have a slight crunch.
  • Add a variety of vegetables. This will give your chowder more flavor and texture. Some good options include potatoes, carrots, celery, and onions.
  • Use a good quality broth. This will make a big difference in the flavor of your chowder. Look for a broth that is low in sodium and has a rich flavor.
  • Season the chowder to your taste. Add salt, pepper, and other spices until it tastes just right.
  • Serve the chowder hot with your favorite toppings. Some good options include sour cream, bacon bits, and chives.

Conclusion:

Fresh summer corn chowder is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a summer meal. It's packed with fresh vegetables and has a creamy, flavorful broth. With a few simple tips, you can make the best corn chowder that you've ever tasted.

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