Best 7 New England Corn Chowder Recipes

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New England Corn Chowder, a hearty and creamy soup, is a classic dish that embodies the flavors of the region, with sweet corn, tender potatoes, smoky bacon, and a rich seafood broth, all simmered to perfection. This chowder is not only a comforting meal but also a versatile one, offering variations that cater to different preferences. From the traditional version bursting with seafood goodness to vegetarian and vegan alternatives brimming with vegetables, this article presents a diverse collection of corn chowder recipes that are sure to satisfy every palate.

Embark on a culinary journey as we explore each recipe, starting with the classic New England Corn Chowder, a symphony of flavors that brings together fresh corn, succulent clams, tender shrimp, and flaky fish, all enveloped in a creamy broth. For those who prefer a meatless option, the Vegetarian Corn Chowder offers a delightful medley of vegetables, including sweet corn, carrots, celery, potatoes, and peas, simmered in a creamy vegetable broth. And for a vegan take on this classic, the Vegan Corn Chowder showcases the power of plant-based ingredients, featuring coconut milk for a creamy texture and a bounty of vegetables for a satisfying meal.

Additionally, this article includes a recipe for Corn Chowder with Bacon, a smoky and savory twist on the traditional dish. Crispy bacon adds an extra layer of flavor and texture to the chowder, making it a hearty and indulgent meal. Finally, the recipe for Instant Pot Corn Chowder provides a convenient and time-saving option for busy home cooks. Using the magic of the Instant Pot, this recipe delivers a flavorful and comforting bowl of corn chowder in a fraction of the time.

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

NEW ENGLAND CLAM AND CORN CHOWDER WITH HERBS



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Provided by Bon Appétit Test Kitchen

Categories     Soup/Stew     Herb     Appetizer     Sauté     Quick & Easy     High Fiber     Dinner     Lunch     Bacon     Clam     Corn     Winter     Bon Appétit     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added     Diabetes-Friendly

Yield Makes 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

6 thick bacon slices, cut crosswise into 1/2-inch pieces
1 large onion, chopped
2 large carrots, peeled, chopped
1 1/4 teaspoons dried thyme
3/4 teaspoon crushed dried rosemary
3 tablespoons all purpose flour
4 cups whole milk
1 8-ounce unpeeled white-skinned potato, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
3 6 1/2-ounce cans chopped clams in juice
1 8 3/4-ounce can corn kernels, drained
Chopped fresh parsley

Steps:

  • Cook bacon in large saucepan over medium heat until crisp. Transfer bacon to paper towels to drain. Pour out all but 3 tablespoons drippings from pan. Add next 4 ingredients to pan; sprinkle with salt and pepper. Sauté until vegetables are crisp-tender, about 5 minutes. Sprinkle flour over; stir 1 to 2 minutes. Gradually add milk to pan, stirring constantly. Bring to boil; reduce heat to medium and cook until slightly thickened, stirring often, about 5 minutes. Add potatoes, clams with juice, and drained corn. Bring to boil; reduce heat to medium-low and simmer until potatoes are tender, stirring often, about 10 minutes. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
  • Divide soup among bowls, sprinkle with bacon and parsley, and serve.

BEST NEW ENGLAND CORN CHOWDA (CHOWDER)



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This is how my mother made her chowder for years, and it was always greeted with pleasure and delight from anyone partaking in in. Even my Aunt who has always hated Corn Chowder loved this recipe. You can use fresh corn if you prefer, but may want to add it in with the potatoes to cook, and if you must use canned corn, watch the salt. Canned corn will change the flavor greatly.

Provided by Jennifer Michele

Categories     Chowders

Time 30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1/2-1 lb bacon (diced)
1 small onion (chopped)
2 cups chicken broth or 2 cups vegetable broth
2 cups cubed white potatoes
2 cups frozen corn
2 cups light cream

Steps:

  • Fry bacon until crisp.
  • Remove from pan with a slotted spoon and drain; set aside.
  • In a 4-quart saucepan or pot, heat 2 tablespoons of the bacon fat and add chopped onion.
  • Cook over medium heat until onion is translucent.
  • Add broth and cubed potatoes to pan (add some salt if you are using a less salty broth).
  • Bring to a simmer, cover and allow to cook for about 10 minutes (this is for 1 inch cubes of potatoes).
  • Stir in corn and heat through.
  • Add cream and heat through again.
  • If you prefer a thicker chowda, mix 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour with 1/2 cup of milk and shake until dissolved.
  • Add a little at a time while the chowda is simmering until it reaches the desired consistency.
  • Serve with crumbled bacon on top, a good dose of freshly ground pepper, and for those of you who want true authenticity, add a dollop of butter to the top of the steaming bowl.

NEW ENGLAND CLAM AND CORN CHOWDER WITH HERBS



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Make and share this New England Clam and Corn Chowder With Herbs recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Shelby Jo

Categories     Chowders

Time 50m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

6 slices thick bacon, cut crosswise into 1/2 inch pieces
1 large onion, chopped
2 large carrots, peeled & chopped
1 1/4 teaspoons dried thyme
3/4 teaspoon crushed dried rosemary
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
4 cups whole milk
1 (8 ounce) unpeeled white potatoes, cut into 1/2 inch cubes
3 (6 1/2 ounce) cans chopped clams with juice
1 (8 3/4 ounce) can corn, drained
chopped fresh parsley

Steps:

  • Cook bacon in large saucepan over medium heat until crisp. Transfer bacon to opaper towels to drain. Pour out all but 3 tablespoons drippings from pan.
  • Add next 4 ingredients to pan; sprinkle with salt and pepper. Saute until vegetables are crips tender, about 5 minutes. Sprinkle flour over; stir 1 to 2 minutes. Gradually add milk to pan, stirring constantly. Bring to boil; reduce heat to medium and cook until slightly thickened, stirring often about 5 minutes.
  • Add potatoes, clams with juice, and drained corn. Bring to boil; reduce heat to medium-low and simmer until potatoes are tender, stirring often, about 10 minutes.
  • Season to taste with salt and pepper.
  • Divide soup among bowls, sprinkle with bacon and parsley, and serve.

NEW ENGLAND CREAMED CORN AND CHARRED LOBSTER CHOWDER WITH SUMMER TRUFFLES



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 50m

Yield 3 servings

Number Of Ingredients 16

6 tablespoons butter unsalted
6 ears fresh corn, shucked, kernels removed from cob, juices and husk reserved for garnish
2 large Spanish onion, cut into brunoise
4 ribs celery, cut into brunoise
4 carrots, peeled and cut into brunoise
4 cups chicken stock
2 cups heavy cream
3 sprigs fresh thyme
3 (1 1/2 pound) lobsters, split in half and viscera removed
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 quart white lobster stock, for blanching
1 1/2 pounds haricots verts, washed and trimmed
1/4 cup heavy cream
Truffle oil
1/4 cup chopped parsley, plus more for garnish
Fresh truffles, for garnish

Steps:

  • In a deep, heavy bottomed stock pot, melt the butter and saute corn, onions, celery, and carrots. Add chicken stock and reduce by 1/2. Add cream and reduce by 1/2. Add thyme sprigs. Set aside.
  • Season the lobsters with salt and pepper. Grill until the flesh becomes milky white. Heat lobster stock and blanch lobster claws for five minutes. Set aside. When cool, pick knuckle and claw meat.
  • Blanch haricot vert in lobster stock. Remove from stock and place in saute pan. Add cream, truffle oil, and chopped parsley. Hold warm and reserve lobster stock.
  • Place creamed corn back on the stove until it simmers. Check seasoning.
  • In a saute pan place the picked meat and grill tails. Warm them with the lobster stock.
  • Spoon the creamed corn into bowls. Arrange haricots verts around the edge of the bowl. Each bowl receives 2 knuckles, 2 claws, and 1 tail. Shave fresh truffles to garnish each bowl and finish with chopped parsley.

NEW ENGLAND CHICKEN CORN CHOWDER



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Make and share this New England Chicken Corn Chowder recipe from Food.com.

Provided by jkoch960

Categories     Chowders

Time 35m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/4 lb bacon, diced
1 cup onion, chopped
1/2 cup celery, chopped
4 cups chicken stock or 4 cups broth
2 cups potatoes, peeled and cubed
1 (10 ounce) package frozen corn
1 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon fresh ground pepper
2 cups chicken, cooked and diced
1 cup heavy cream
oyster crackers (optional)

Steps:

  • Cook and stir bacon in large saucepan over medium-high heat for 3 minutes or until bacon is light brown.
  • Add onion and celery; cook 3 minutes longer. Stir in stock; bring to boil over hight heat.
  • Add potatoes, corn, salt and pepper; cook 5 to 10 minutes until potatoes are tender.
  • Stir in chicken and cream. Reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer 3 minutes.
  • *Cook time does not include the time to cook the chicken.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 560.6, Fat 38.3, SaturatedFat 18.9, Cholesterol 108, Sodium 1201.5, Carbohydrate 42.7, Fiber 4.1, Sugar 6.4, Protein 14.7

NEW ENGLAND CLAM AND CORN CHOWDER WITH HERBS



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I love a great clam chowder. This one sounds good from Bon Appeitit, January 2009.

Provided by Vicki Butts (lazyme)

Categories     Chowders

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 11

6 thick bacon slices, cut crosswise into 1/2-inch pieces
1 large onion, chopped
2 large carrots, peeled, chopped
1 1/4 tsp dried thyme
3/4 tsp crushed dried rosemary
3 Tbsp all purpose flour
4 c whole milk
8 oz unpeeled white-skinned potato, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
3 6-oz can(s) chopped clams in juice
1 8-oz can(s) corn kernels, drained
chopped fresh parsley

Steps:

  • 1. Cook bacon in large saucepan over medium heat until crisp. Transfer bacon to paper towels to drain. Pour out all but 3 tablespoons drippings from pan.
  • 2. Add next 4 ingredients to pan; sprinkle with salt and pepper. Saute until vegetables are crisp-tender, about 5 minutes. Sprinkle flour over; stir 1 to 2 minutes. Gradually add milk to pan, stirring constantly. Bring to boil; reduce heat to medium and cook until slightly thickened, stirring often, about 5 minutes.
  • 3. Add potatoes, clams with juice, and drained corn. Bring to boil; reduce heat to medium-low and simmer until potatoes are tender, stirring often, about 10 minutes. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
  • 4. Divide soup among bowls, sprinkle with bacon and parsley, and serve.

NEW ENGLAND CORN CHOWDER



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Categories     Soup/Stew     Vegetable

Yield 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 cup chopped celery (2 stalks)
1 medium onion, chopped (1/2 cup)
2 slices bacon, chopped
2 15 1/4-oz. cans whole-kernel corn, drained
2 14 3/4-oz. cans cream-style corn
4 cups milk
2 ( 14-oz.) cans reduced-sodium chicken broth
1 cup whipping cream
3-4 dashes bottled hot pepper sauce
4 cups cubed potatoes (about 1 1/4 lb.)
1/4 cup butter, softened
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 cup snipped fresh parsley
Salt and ground black pepper

Steps:

  • 1. In a 6- to 8-quart Dutch oven cook celery, onion, and bacon over medium heat for 10 to 15 minutes or until vegetables are tender, stirring occasionally. 2. Add whole-kernel corn, cream-style corn, milk, stock, cream, and bottled hot pepper sauce. Bring to boiling; reduce heat. Simmer, covered for 30 minutes. Add potatoes; return to boiling. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, about 15 minutes more or until potatoes are tender. 3. Meanwhile, in a small bowl stir together butter and flour until smooth. Add flour mixture to corn mixture. Cook and stir until thickened and bubbly; cook and stir 1 minute more. Stir in parsley and season with salt nd black pepper.

Tips:

  • Use fresh, sweet corn. This is the star of the show, so make sure it's the best you can find.
  • Don't overcook the corn. You want it to be tender, but not mushy.
  • Use a good quality stock. This will give your chowder a rich, flavorful base.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment with different vegetables. You can add in whatever you like, such as potatoes, carrots, celery, or zucchini.
  • Serve your chowder with a dollop of sour cream or crème fraîche. This will add a creamy, tangy flavor that complements the corn perfectly.

Conclusion:

New England corn chowder is a classic comfort food that's perfect for a cold day. It's easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. So next time you're looking for a hearty and delicious soup, give this recipe a try.

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