Sausage Corn Chowder A Hearty and Flavorful Recipe
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This Sausage Corn Chowder is the ultimate comfort food—creamy, hearty, and packed with flavor! Made with savory sausage, sweet corn, tender potatoes, and rich broth, it’s the perfect cozy meal for cold nights. Ready in under 40 minutes, this easy chowder is family-friendly and freezer-friendly.
Prep Time 10 minutes mins
Cook Time 25 minutes mins
Resting Time 5 minutes mins
Total Time 35 minutes mins
Course Breakfast
Cuisine American
Brown the sausage: In a large pot over medium heat, cook the sausage until browned and fully cooked. Remove excess grease if necessary.Sauté aromatics: Add diced onion and minced garlic to the pot. Sauté for 2–3 minutes until softened.Add potatoes and broth: Stir in diced potatoes and chicken broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 10–12 minutes, or until potatoes are tender.Add corn and cream: Stir in the corn, heavy cream, dried thyme, salt, and pepper. Simmer for another 5–7 minutes.Add cheese (optional): For a richer chowder, stir in shredded cheddar cheese until melted.Serve: Ladle into bowls, garnish with chopped parsley or green onions, and serve hot.
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You can substitute ground sausage with chopped kielbasa or smoked sausage slices.
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For a thicker chowder, mash some of the potatoes in the pot before adding cream.
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Want it spicy? Use hot Italian sausage or add a pinch of red pepper flakes.
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This soup stores well in the fridge for up to 4 days and can be frozen for 2 months.
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