Description
This Slow Cooker Amish Corn Chowder is a comforting and hearty soup perfect for cozy days. Made with fresh or frozen corn, diced potatoes, onions, and a creamy broth, it combines simple ingredients into a rich, flavorful dish. The long slow cooking melds the flavors beautifully while making dinner prep effortless.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 4 cups fresh or frozen corn kernels
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 medium potatoes, peeled and diced
- 3 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley, for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare Ingredients: Dice the onion and potatoes, mince the garlic, and measure out the corn kernels and broth. This preparation allows for smooth assembly and even cooking in the slow cooker.
- Sauté Onions and Garlic: In a skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the diced onions and minced garlic, cooking until soft and fragrant, about 3-5 minutes. This step builds flavor before slow cooking.
- Add Flour: Sprinkle the all-purpose flour over the sautéed onions and garlic, stirring constantly for about 1-2 minutes to create a roux. This will help thicken the chowder later.
- Combine in Slow Cooker: Transfer the roux mixture to the slow cooker. Add corn kernels, diced potatoes, chicken or vegetable broth, salt, black pepper, and smoked paprika. Stir well to combine.
- Cook: Cover and cook on low for 7-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours until potatoes are tender and flavors meld together.
- Add Cream: About 30 minutes before serving, stir in the heavy cream. Replace the lid and continue cooking to warm through and achieve a creamy texture.
- Garnish and Serve: Ladle the chowder into bowls and garnish with chopped fresh parsley. Serve hot with crusty bread or your favorite side.
Notes
- You can substitute heavy cream with half-and-half or coconut milk for a lighter or dairy-free version.
- Frozen corn works well if fresh is out of season.
- Adjust seasoning to your taste, adding more salt or smoked paprika for extra depth.
- For a vegetarian version, use vegetable broth instead of chicken broth.
