Healthy Corn Chowder Crock Pot Recipe
Description
This is a delicious and easy recipe for a healthy corn chowder that is cooked in a crock pot. It is full of flavor and can be served as a hearty main course or a side dish. It is full of vegetables and is low in fat, making it a great recipe for those looking for a healthy and tasty meal. The slow cooking in the crock pot brings out the flavors of the vegetables and the creamy texture of the corn chowder makes it a comforting and delicious meal.
Prep Time
This recipe takes about 10 minutes to prepare and assemble. You will need to chop the vegetables, measure the ingredients, and then assemble the ingredients into the crock pot.
Cook Time
The cook time for this recipe is 8 to 10 hours on the low setting. You can also cook it on high for 4 to 6 hours. It is best to check the chowder after a few hours to make sure it is cooking properly and to adjust the seasoning if needed.
Ingredients
The ingredients for this recipe are: 3 cups of chicken broth, 2 cups of diced potatoes, 1 cup of diced carrots, 1 cup of diced celery, 1/4 cup of diced onion, 1/4 cup of butter, 1/4 cup of all-purpose flour, 2 cups of frozen corn, 1 teaspoon of dried thyme, 1 teaspoon of garlic powder, 1/2 teaspoon of sugar, 1/2 teaspoon of black pepper, 1/2 teaspoon of salt, and 1/4 cup of heavy cream.
Instructions
To make this recipe, start by adding the chicken broth, potatoes, carrots, celery, and onion to the crock pot. In a separate pan, melt the butter and whisk in the flour until combined. Add this mixture to the crock pot, stir, and then add the corn, thyme, garlic powder, sugar, pepper, and salt. Stir to combine and then cover and cook on low for 8-10 hours. Once the chowder is finished cooking, stir in the heavy cream and season to taste. Serve warm and enjoy!
Equipment
You will need a cutting board, knife, measuring cups, measuring spoons, a large crock pot, and a small pan.
Notes
If you don't have chicken broth, you can substitute vegetable broth for a vegan version of this recipe. You can also add other vegetables like diced bell peppers or zucchini for additional flavor.
Nutrition: Per Serving
This recipe yields 4 servings. Each serving contains approximately 308 calories, 14g fat, 33g carbohydrates, 6g protein, and 4g fiber.
Recipe Tips
This recipe can easily be doubled or tripled to feed a larger crowd. You can also add cooked chicken or shrimp to the chowder to make it a complete meal. If you want a thicker chowder, you can add a few tablespoons of cornstarch to the mixture before cooking. To make the chowder even more flavorful, add some chopped fresh herbs like parsley or cilantro at the end.
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