Creamy Shrimp and Corn Chowder with a Hint of Spice

Indulge in the creamy goodness of this delightful Shrimp and Corn Chowder. Made with juicy shrimp, sweet corn, and a touch of spice, this chowder is bursting with flavor. It's the perfect comfort food for a cozy evening at home or a dinner party with friends. This recipe takes only 30 minutes to prepare and is sure to impress everyone at the table.

Ingredients

• 1 pound of shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 2 tablespoons of butter
• 1 onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves of garlic, minced
• 2 cups of chicken or vegetable broth
• 2 cans of cream-style corn
• 1 cup of heavy cream
• 1 teaspoon of Old Bay seasoning
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish

Directions

1. In a large pot, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, and sauté until the onion is translucent.
2. Add the shrimp to the pot and cook until pink and opaque, about 2-3 minutes. Remove the shrimp from the pot and set aside.
3. In the same pot, add the chicken or vegetable broth and bring to a simmer. Stir in the cream-style corn and heavy cream.
4. Season the chowder with Old Bay seasoning, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 15-20 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
5. Once the chowder has thickened slightly, return the cooked shrimp to the pot. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the shrimp is heated through.
6. Serve the shrimp and corn chowder hot, garnished with fresh parsley.
7. Enjoy!

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