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Corn and Zucchini Chowder served in rustic bowl

Corn and Zucchini Chowder: A Creamy Summer Favorite

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Corn and Zucchini Chowder is a creamy, hearty soup filled with smoky bacon, sweet corn, tender zucchini, and potatoes. It’s light yet comforting, perfect for showcasing summer produce.

  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x

Ingredients

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4 strips bacon – cooked, chopped

1/2 large yellow onion – diced

2 ribs celery – finely diced

5 ears corn – cut off from the cob

4 cloves garlic – minced

5 cups chicken broth – low sodium

2 russet potatoes – peeled and cubed

1 1/4 tsp kosher salt

1/2 tsp ground black pepper

1/2 tsp paprika

1/2 tsp dried parsley

1/4 tsp thyme

1/8 tsp cayenne pepper

1 large zucchini – quartered and sliced

1 large yellow squash – quartered and sliced

2 cups half and half or whole milk

Instructions

1. Cook bacon in Dutch oven until crisp.

2. Add onion and celery, sauté 3 minutes.

3. Add corn, cook 4 minutes, then garlic for 1 minute.

4. Pour in broth, add potatoes, spices, and simmer 10 minutes.

5. Add zucchini and squash, cook 10–12 minutes until tender.

6. Puree 2 cups of chowder and return to pot.

7. Stir in half and half, remove from heat.

8. Let rest 10 minutes before serving.

Notes

Serve with crusty bread or salad. Refrigerate leftovers up to 4 days. Avoid freezing as texture changes.

  • Author: Livia Reed
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35 minutes
  • Category: Soup
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 280
  • Sugar: 7g
  • Sodium: 620mg
  • Fat: 14g
  • Saturated Fat: 6g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 32g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 9g
  • Cholesterol: 35mg