Description
Warm up with this rich and creamy Clam and Corn Chowder, perfect for chilly evenings. Tender clams, sweet corn, and hearty potatoes create a bowl of pure comfort that brings family and friends together. This easy-to-make recipe combines everyday ingredients into a heartwarming dish that’s sure to impress at any gathering. Serve it with crusty bread or oyster crackers for the ultimate cozy experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound fresh littleneck clams
- 1 cup corn kernels (fresh or frozen)
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 medium Yukon Gold potatoes, diced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 3 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 4 slices bacon, diced (optional)
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme (or ½ teaspoon dried)
- ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot, cook diced bacon over medium heat until crispy. Remove excess grease, leaving about 1 tablespoon in the pot.
- Add onions to the pot and sauté until translucent (about 5 minutes). Stir in minced garlic until fragrant.
- Add diced potatoes and chicken broth; bring to a simmer for about 15 minutes or until potatoes are tender.
- Incorporate washed clams and corn; cook for another 5-7 minutes until clams open.
- Stir in heavy cream, thyme, salt, and red pepper flakes. Simmer gently until thickened slightly.
- Serve hot with crusty bread or oyster crackers.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 70mg