Quick-Spicy-Sausage-Corn-Chowder

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 pound spicy sausage, casing removed and cut into small pieces
• 1 onion, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
• 4 cups chicken broth
• 2 (15 ounce) cans fire-roasted diced tomatoes
• 1 (15 ounce) can corn, drained
• 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/2 cup heavy cream
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

Directions

1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
2. Add sausage and cook until nearly cooked through, about 5 minutes.
3. Add onion and garlic and cook until onion is softened, about 5 minutes.
4. Add oregano and stir to combine.
5. Add chicken broth, tomatoes, corn, cayenne pepper, smoked paprika, and black pepper and bring to a boil.
6. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 10 minutes.
7. Stir in cream and simmer for 5 minutes.
8. Garnish with parsley and serve.

Interesting Facts

• This chowder is perfect for a weeknight meal, as it can be made in just 25 minutes.
• The spicy sausage gives the chowder a nice kick, but can be omitted for a milder flavor.
• The fire-roasted diced tomatoes add a smoky flavor to the chowder.