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Creamy Grilled Corn and Bacon Chowder

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A rich and comforting chowder featuring smoky grilled corn and crispy bacon, perfect for cozy nights and easy meals.

Ingredients

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  • 4 ears fresh corn on the cob, husked and grilled
  • 6 strips thick-cut bacon
  • 1 medium yellow onion, diced
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 medium Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and diced
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1 teaspoon fresh thyme, chopped (optional)
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • Fresh chives or parsley for garnish

Instructions

  1. Preheat your grill or grill pan to medium-high heat (about 400°F). Husk the corn and brush lightly with oil.
  2. Grill the corn for 10-12 minutes, turning every 3 minutes until charred and smoky. Let cool slightly.
  3. In a large pot or Dutch oven, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp, about 6-8 minutes. Remove bacon and set aside, leaving rendered fat in the pot.
  4. Add diced onion to the bacon fat and cook for 5 minutes until softened and translucent. Stir in minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  5. Add diced potatoes to the pot, stirring to coat with bacon fat and aromatics. Pour in chicken broth and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to simmer, cover, and cook for 12-15 minutes until potatoes are tender.
  6. Cut the kernels off the cooled grilled corn cobs, yielding about 3 cups.
  7. Stir grilled corn kernels and heavy cream into the pot. Add butter and fresh thyme if using. Simmer for 5 minutes to meld flavors.
  8. Season chowder with salt and black pepper to taste. Stir in cooked bacon, reserving some for garnish if desired.
  9. Ladle chowder into bowls and garnish with chopped fresh chives or parsley and reserved bacon bits. Serve warm.

Notes

Grilling the corn adds a smoky depth that sets this chowder apart. Use thick-cut bacon for best texture. If chowder is too thick, add broth or cream to loosen; if too thin, simmer uncovered to thicken. Avoid boiling cream to prevent curdling.

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Keywords: corn chowder, bacon chowder, grilled corn, creamy soup, comfort food, easy dinner, smoky chowder

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