Warm up with this delicious and comforting creamy chicken vegetable chowder

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Warm up with this delicious and comforting creamy chicken vegetable chowder
Prep Time:
20 mins
Cook Time:
45 mins
Total Time:
65mins
Category:
Recipe by Administrator
Published on April 09, 2024

This creamy chicken vegetable chowder is a comforting and hearty dish filled with tender chicken, flavorful vegetables, and a creamy broth. It's the perfect meal to warm you up on a chilly evening and will leave you feeling satisfied and nourished.

Ingredients

  • 1 lb chicken breast, diced
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 carrots, diced
  • 2 celery stalks, diced
  • 1 red bell pepper, diced
  • 1 cup corn kernels
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/4 cup flour
  • 1/4 cup butter
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley for garnish

Directions

  1. In a large pot, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the diced chicken and cook until browned.
  2. Add the onion, garlic, carrots, celery, and red bell pepper. Cook until vegetables are tender.
  3. Stir in the flour and cook for 1-2 minutes.
  4. Slowly pour in the chicken broth, stirring constantly to prevent lumps.
  5. Add the corn kernels and bring the chowder to a simmer. Cook for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  6. Stir in the heavy cream and season with salt and pepper to taste.
  7. Simmer for another 5 minutes until the chowder thickens.
  8. Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.

Interesting Facts

  • Chowder is a type of soup or stew often prepared with milk or cream and thickened with potatoes or flour.
  • The word 'chowder' is believed to have originated from the French word 'chaudière', which means cauldron.
  • Chowder has been a popular dish in American cuisine since the 18th century.