October 30 2026

Creamy Corn Chowder from Scratch – Easy One Pot Dinner

This creamy corn chowder from scratch is the ultimate easy one pot dinner for chilly nights.

If you love cozy soup recipes, this corn chowder recipe is for you. We simmer fresh corn cobs in the stock for extra sweetness, then add sweet corn kernels, crispy bacon, red potatoes, and tender shrimp. Finished with heavy cream, it’s a thick, creamy soup that’s hearty without being heavy.

In this video, I’ll show you how to cut corn off the cob and use the cobs for flavor, how to get the potatoes soft while thickening the soup naturally, and exactly when to add the shrimp so they stay juicy. Serve with crusty bread.

=== 🍽🍸🥩 RECIPE ===
6-8 ears fresh corn on the cob OR 2 (12 oz/340g) packs frozen white & yellow corn
1 pound medium to large shrimp, peeled and deveined
4 slices bacon, cut into lardons
1 medium onion, diced
1 red pepper, diced
4 red potatoes (520g) diced
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 tablespoon butter
24 ounces (720ml) chicken or vegetable stock
8 ounces (240ml) heavy cream
2 teaspoons cornstarch dissolved in 2 tablespoons water
Salt & Pepper
2 tablespoons fresh chives or scallions for garnish

Cut the kernels from the cobs and place in a bowl. Reserve the cobs.

In a pot over medium heat, fry the bacon until crisp. Remove from the pot and set aside. Pour off any excess fat, saving about a tablespoon.

Add the butter, onion, pepper, potatoes, and thyme. Season with salt and pepper. Saute, stirring occasionally until the onions are tender, about 5 to 6 minutes. Add the bacon, corn, reserved cobs and stock; bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer. Cover and simmer for 10 to 15 minutes, until the potatoes are soft. Remove the cobs and discard.

Once soft, stir to break up some of the potatoes to help thicken the soup. Add the cornstarch mixture and simmer until the soup thickens slightly. Once thickened, add the cream and shrimp.

Simmer for another 3-4 minutes to cook the shrimp.

Remove from the heat and taste, then adjust seasoning.

Serve with crusty bread.

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