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Sweet Potato Corn Chowder

Savory Sweet Potato Corn Chowder for Cozy Nights

Warm up with this creamy Sweet Potato Corn Chowder, comforting and packed with flavor for chilly nights.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chowder
  • 4 slices Bacon Optional; substitute with olive oil for vegetarian
  • 1 medium Onion Use yellow or white for added sweetness
  • 1 medium Red Bell Pepper Substitute with any bell pepper or diced tomatoes
  • 2 cups Sweet Potatoes Can be replaced with regular potatoes
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt Use sea salt or table salt in equal measure
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper Freshly ground is preferred
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika Swap with cayenne for more heat
  • 2 cups Kale Substitute with spinach or Swiss chard
  • 2 cloves Garlic Use garlic powder as a substitute if needed
  • 1/4 cup Flour Omit for gluten-free option
  • 1 cup Corn Can use fresh or frozen
  • 4 cups Chicken Stock Replace with vegetable stock for vegetarian
  • 1 cup Half & Half Use heavy cream for richer consistency
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Cilantro Substitute with parsley or omit

Equipment

  • large soup pot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Sweet Potato Corn Chowder
  1. Begin by peeling and cubing your sweet potatoes into bite-sized pieces.
  2. In a large soup pot, cook the bacon over medium heat for about 7-9 minutes until crispy.
  3. Add diced onion, red bell pepper, and cubed sweet potatoes to the pot, seasoning with salt, pepper, and paprika, and sauté for about 10 minutes.
  4. Stir in chopped kale and minced garlic, cooking for an additional 2-3 minutes until fragrant.
  5. Dust with flour, stirring to incorporate and cook for 1 minute.
  6. Pour in corn and chicken stock, bring to simmer and cook for 10-12 minutes until sweet potatoes are tender.
  7. Use a potato masher to lightly break up some sweet potatoes to thicken the chowder.
  8. Stir in half & half and adjust thickness as desired.
  9. Mix in crispy bacon and serve hot, garnished with cilantro.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 10gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 6gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 20000IUVitamin C: 60mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Add more broth or milk for desired thickness when reheating.

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