Creamy Corn Chowder
This Creamy Corn Chowder is hearty, thick, and full of veggies!
Now that the new year is officially here, it’s really beginning to feel a lot like winter. The mild temperatures that we had over the holidays are now gone, and in its place are cold, snow, and more cold. Can you tell that I don’t like winter?
It’s also back to the daily grind for me. No more lazy days off or sleeping in past 8 am. My regular routine, including work, is now back on track. Is it the same for you, too? While I’m excited for all of the things to look forward to in 2015, I can’t help but wish I could turn back time and go back to Christmas again.
But, now that’s it’s January, it means that spring is kinda-sorta on its way. Wishful thinking, I know! So to help me beat the winter-blahs, I did a lot of cooking over the holidays. I tested some soups, stews, and lots of baked goodies to share with you.

So back to this Creamy Corn Chowder. It’s hearty, thick, and full of veggies. It’s definitely the perfect soup to warm up with during the cold winter months.

Chowder has been on my bucket list of recipes to make for quite some time now, and I’m happy to say that I created the most tasty, delicious, and filling chowder. Not to brag or anything, but this Creamy Corn Chowder is a sure winner!
And best of all, this soup is so easy to make! You knew that was coming, right?
I decided to add in some potatoes, onion, and red peppers to go along with the corn. You could also easily add in some chicken for extra protein, too. The base of the soup is made with chicken broth and heavy cream. Feel free to substitute half and half or whole milk for the heavy cream. But since this was my first time making chowder, I wasn’t counting calories!

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Creamy Corn Chowder
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- ½ white onion, diced
- 1 red pepper, diced
- 2 medium red potatoes, diced
- 3 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 3 cups frozen corn
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon dried thyme
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 3 cups heavy cream
- 3 tablespoons shredded cheddar cheese for garnish, if desired
Instructions
- In a large soup pot, saute onions and red pepper in olive oil until slightly browned, about 5 minutes.
- Add potatoes and chicken broth to mixture and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until potatoes are tender.
- Stir in corn, salt, thyme, pepper, and heavy cream. Heat mixture thoroughly, but do not boil.
- Serve immediately and top with shredded cheese, if desired.
I’m with you on hating winter! I got rear-ended in the slippery icy drive to work yesterday. Honestly, who likes this season? I want a beach, a frozen margarita, and a blistering sun, stat.
This looks like a good antidote, though. Warm, creamy, delicious. It’s a perfect winter meal!
Yikes! Glad you’re ok, Mir! I’m definitely not a fan of winter. Thanks for the soup love, friend!
I kind of love winter (when it snows…not otherwise!) but this frigid weather is a little much! And I’m totally with you about sleeping in until 8 being long gone after the holidays. Going back to 5am is rough! Luckily this soup looks like it can warm us up and make dinner easy so we can get to bed early 🙂
I like winter only around the holidays, and then I’ve had enough! 🙂 This soup is perfect for a quick week night meal and also makes great leftovers, too!
Hey Gayle, this corn chower totally caught my eye. It looks fantastic and sounds delicious! I’m with you when it comes to winter, but if it wasn’t for winter, I wouldn’t be eating recipes like this chowder. 😉
Thanks, Karen! I love creamy soups, especially in the winter!
I am such a huge fan of corn chowder! I literally could eat it every single day. Your’s looks fantastic and so hearty. It’s going on my dinner menu, the weather is perfect for soup!
Thanks you, Jen! Corn chowder is my new favorite, I don’t know why I waited so long to make it!
Yeah, it sure feels like winter around here Gayle! Love this corn chowder, will be making some soon. Pinned!
Thanks for the kind words and pin, Mira!
I love chowder. It’s just so thick and comforting. I like that you have put red pepper in yours though, any way to get some extra veggies in to my diet is good with me 🙂
Thanks, Dannii! This was my first time trying it with red peppers and I’m hooked!
Chowder is pretty much my favorite food EVER. And now that January is here, there’s nothing better!
I totally agree, Ashley! Thanks!
Oh my goodness, this looks awesome! Definitely good for chasing off the winter blues now that the holidays are over. I want to get better about making soups on the weekends to have for lunches during the week . . . my husband and I were super good about it last year, but now? Meh. I’ve been so lazy. And I can only blame pregnancy for so much! 😉
I give you permission to blame your lack of soup-making on your future bundle of joy! 🙂 Thanks for the kind words, Meg!
Yup..this chowder invites us to stay in, get cozy and enjoy a big bowl! Awesome recipe, Gayle!
Thank you, Annie!
Perfect for winter! It is dipping down into the teens tonight in Atlanta and soup will definitely be in order! Your corn chowder looks phenomenal!
It is SO cold here today, Lindsey! Negative temps! Most schools in my area closed for a “cold” day today, crazy! But this soup is definitely the perfect meal to warm me up! 🙂
looks great Gayle, perfect for cold days! All I want to drink these days is soups and more soups!
Thank you, Manali! I agree, I crave soups all the time during the cold months!
Wow this creamy corn chowder looks amazing!! Perfect for the cold weather we are having in Delaware! Can’t wait to give this soup a try.
Thank you, Kelley! I hope you like this soup if you try it!
I feel the same way, I’m looking forward to what 2015 brings but sad that the holiday break was over so quickly. This gorgeous creamy corn chowder would totally chase away any winter blues and make me feel all cozy and warm inside. Looks so hearty and delicious!
Thanks, Kelly! This soup is definitely creamy and filled with hearty veggies. Hits the spot! 🙂
I LOVE corn chowder. One of my favorite soups! And I’m a soup nut! This looks *fabulous*. I’m in a freezing cold conference room right now and definitely wish I had this!
Thanks, Sarah! I love all kinds of soup, too. This one is definitely my new favorite!
it’s SO cold out (negative -3-10 here this week) nothing is better than a bowl of warm soup! this looks de-lish Gayle 😉
Ugh here too, Michele! This soup is just what we need to keep us warm!
I am totally with you Gayle!! This cold weather is not for me!! But this soup definitely is!! There is nothing like a comforting bowl of soup on a cold day! Pinned!! 🙂
Thanks for the soup love and pin, Renee!
This looks amazing! There is seriously nothing better than hot soup in cold January… where is the holiday magic to protect us from all the wintry weather?!
I agree, Medha!The warm weather needs to come back, and soon! 🙂 Thanks for the soup love, friend!
love me a good chowder Gayle, and this looks right up my alley! so creamy and delicious 🙂
Thank you, Christine!
I am back to the grind as of this week too! I already miss not waking up to an alarm, and having the whole day to myself. But, it is kind of nice to be back in a routine. I love creamy corn chowder! But I’ve never actually made it, only ordered it at restaurants. This sounds so good!
It’s kind of bittersweet to be back on your regular routine, right? This was the first time that I made this soup, and definitely not the last! I wish I would’ve tried this years ago! Thanks for the soup love, Natalie!
Yum! We loveeeee corn chowder! This looks absolutely delicious and so warm and comforting! Send me a big bowl please!
Thanks, Ashley! I definitely would if I could! 🙂
I’m not loving winter this year either, it’s been so cold the last couple of weeks. Although I will say that the skating and sledding with the kids is awfully fun so I’m not sure I’d want to be somewhere without snow! This corn chowder looks absolutely perfect! I love chowder, and corn chowder is one of my favourites, so much flavour!
It’s brutally cold here, Stacey! In the negatives right now! But I agree, some snow is definitely necessary, especially with kinds. Thanks so much for the kind words!
I used to eat corn chowder, and your recipe just looks too delicious! Very creamy and tasty! Pinned 🙂
Thanks so much, Christina! Corn chowder is one of my favorites!
I never make chowders, and that needs to change! This looks so creamy and I like the big chunks of veggies in there. Such a comforting bowl of happiness on a cold night. Pinned!
Thanks so much for the soup love and pin, Marcie! This was my first time making chowder, but definitely not the last!
I love the addition of the red pepper, not only for color but would imagine it adds just the right “taste” to the chowder. Would love a bowl of this right now, so comforting and nourishing. Fills you up too. Will make a green salad to go with and what a great re-heat for lunch the next day! Something to look forward too =)
Thank you, Laura! I really like the red peppers too, they’re so flavorful!
I’m a little sad that the holidays are over and it means back to work! It’s nice to get to enjoy some time off. I used to love corn chowder when I was younger, but haven’t eaten it in years. I love this version, and it sounds perfect for this cold weather!
Thanks, Danielle! This soup is definitely great for warming up!
This chowder seriously looks absolutely perfect! Definitely one of my all-time favorite winter soups and you definitely make it look perfect! Gorgeous photos and I so want a bowl right now! Pinned. 🙂
Thanks for the soup love and pin, Sarah! I wish I would’ve made this soup year ago! 🙂
Gayle! yes, we are back to the daily grind as well . . and it’s COLD here so I need soup!!! and lots of it!! love this creamy corn chowder!!! I want this for lunch today! Stay warm!
Oh man, the weather is horrible today! It was -9 degree this morning, yuck! Definitely a good day for soup. Hope you stay warm, too!
I’m so with you– I want to go back to the holiday season. But at the same time, at least spring is in the distant future! And why not curl up with a bowl of chowder while you wait?
Maybe the chowder will make us forget about the cold weather, at least for a few minutes! 🙂
After the holidays I’m so ready to skip forward to spring. It’s unbearably cold outside today. A bowl of this chowder would taste wonderful!
Same here, Christin! Too cold for my liking!
Don’t be mad at me, but I’m actually kind of glad to be back at work! I need a bit more structure in my life in order to get anything done, ha ha! This soup looks delicious, and comforting, and just what I need on this FREEZING cold winters day we’re having today!
Ok I won’t judge, Denise! 🙂 I definitely know what you mean, you have your routine set and can get back into the swing of things again! It’s so cold here too, I’ve been eating A LOT of soup!
This really does sound like a winner! I have been all about soups lately, they heartier the better! This is definitely going on my must-try list. 😉
Thanks for the kind words, Allie! I like heartier soups too, especially in the winter!
I realize I haven’t made this type of soup in a year. Gotta change that. Great recipe!
Thank you, Carol! It’s so easy to make!
I typically think of corn as a warm weather staple, but this is a perfect way to use it during the colder winter months. Delish!
I think so too, Kimberly! Thanks so much for stopping by!
This soup looks so good! I’ve loved corn chowder since I was a kid but I’ve only made it a few times. I really must try this!
Thanks, Tori! I hope you love it if you try it!
I made corn chowder last weekend too! Doesn’t this chilly weather just call for big bowls of warm soup! I can’t wait to try your version! It looks great!
I love soup in the winter, so comforting! And I’m sure your soup is just as delicious! 🙂
I pretty much live on soups during the winter! Plus they are so handy for stashing in the freezer. This one looks amazing! Love the creamy comfort!
Me too! Actually I eat soup all the time, even when it’s 90 degrees out! 🙂
Ahhh, spring…….
Love this recipe Gayle. I’ve been making a lot of soup because it’s so cold. I have corn and potatoes in the house, I think I’ll make some tonight!
Spring is such a distant thought right now with the negative temps that we’ve been having! I hope you love this soup if you try it, Linda! It’s so hearty and delicious!
I only worked 2 1/2 days Christmas week and 3 days New Years week. It was hard to do an entire week this week!
While it isn’t extremely cold where I live, I’d still devour a huge bowl of this chowder, Gayle! I LOVE chowders!
Thank you, Julie! This chowder definitely hit the spot!
I’m ready to go back to Christmas all over again, too! It flew by way too fast. But this Corn Chowder – MMM. I love Corn Chowder but for some reason I’ve never tried to make it myself! I might have to fix that soon! Pinned 🙂
The holidays went by way too fast, Andrea! I think you would love this chowder, so easy to make! Thanks for stopping by and for the pin!