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Shrimp and corn bisque in a bowl.

Corn and Shrimp Chowder

This shrimp and corn chowder is a delicious and comforting family favorite. It is full of tender shrimp, sweet corn, and chunks of potato in a creamy base. Flour thickens the broth, but you can make it a thinner soup consistency if you eliminate the flour.
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Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: 55 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 336kcal
Author: Pat Nyswonger

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 medium onion finely chopped
  • 2 stalks of celery chopped
  • 1 red bell pepper chopped
  • ¼ cup flour
  • ½ cup dry white wine or ¼ cup cognac
  • 1 large potato peeled and diced
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1-½ cups whole milk
  • 1 cup cream
  • 2 cups of fresh or frozen corn kernels
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 teaspoon chopped fresh dill
  • 1 teaspoon chopped fresh thyme
  • ½ teaspoon sea salt
  • ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 8 ounces peeled deveined shrimp and cut into small pieces
  • Fresh squeezed lemon juice from 1/2 of a lemon
  • Fresh dill for garnish

Instructions

  • Heat the oil over medium-high heat in a large stock pot or Dutch oven. Add the onion, celery, and bell pepper. Cook for about 5 minutes, until slightly softened.
  • Add the wine or cognac and cook for 2 minutes to cook off the alcohol. Stir in the flour and cook for 1 minute (if you want a thin soup, skip the flour).
  • Stir in the potatoes, chicken broth, milk, and cream. Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat to low, and simmer for 5-8 minutes.
  • Add the corn kernels, Parmesan, dill, thyme, salt, and black pepper. Bring the chowder back to a brisk boil. then reduce to simmer and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until the potatoes are tender.
  • Add the shrimp and turn off the heat, allowing the shrimp to cook in the hot chowder for 4 to 5 minutes.
  • Just before serving, squeeze the juice from the lemon over the top and stir to combine.

Notes

  • You can substitute frozen diced potatoes for the fresh potato.
  • Using brandy or cognac in place of the wine will enhance the sweetness of the shrimp.
  • If you want to omit the alcohol, use ½ cup additional chicken broth.
  • To reduce calories and fat, you can replace the cream with additional milk. However, the cream will give the bisque a silkier, richer flavor.

Nutrition

Serving: 1 | Calories: 336kcal | Carbohydrates: 36g | Protein: 12g | Fat: 16g | Sodium: 509mg | Sugar: 7g