Slow Cooker Corn Chowder

This Slow Cooker Corn Chowder is a tasty and filling dish when you are looking for comfort food. With the fresh harvest taste of whole corn kernels, plenty of seasoning, and a rich, creamy base, this hearty Corn Chowder is perfect for cold winter days.

close up shot of corn chowder with diced green onions

What is Corn Chowder?

Corn Chowder is a thick soup made with corn, herbs, seasonings, and mixed vegetables in a cream base of milk or heavy cream.  

How Do I Store Left Over Slow Cooker Corn Chowder?

You can store leftover slow cooker Corn Chowder in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days. Then, reheat on the stove over medium/low heat or in the microwave. If your chowder gets a bit dry during reheating, you can add a touch of cream or milk. However, it’s best to allow the chowder to thaw in the fridge overnight. It’s always best to allow the chowder to completely cool before placing in the fridge.

sliced wheat bread next to corn chowder in a white bowl

Can I Freeze Corn Chowder?

Good news! You can freeze Corn Chowder. This recipe will keep for up to 3 months in the freezer. I love making this chowder in batches to freeze!

What Goes Well with Corn Chowder? 

If you’re wondering what to serve with Corn Chowder, try pairing it with some freshly baked bread, a garden salad, or a dinner quiche such as this Tomato And Spinach Quiche Recipe

corn chowder on a soup spoon

Tips for Making Slow Cooker Corn Chowder 

  • Sprinkle chopped chives on top of Corn Chowder for some added fresh flavor.
  • To satisfy the meat lovers in your family, you can include some bacon crumbles in this Corn Chowder recipe. We’ve also tossed in leftover chicken!
  • If you’re short on time, you can prepare Slow Cooker Corn Chowder using store-bought frozen potatoes.

Recommended 

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Instant Pot Manna Subs

horizontal image of corn chowder in a white bowl with sliced wheat bread on a brown board

Notes 

Before you enjoy this tasty Slow Cooker Corn Chowder, here are a few helpful tips: 

  • You can use fresh corn in this Corn Chowder Recipe. Cut the kernels from 1-2 ears of fresh corn, and add to the Crock Pot with the creamed corn and other ingredients. 
  • If you do not have a Crock Pot, you can prepare Corn Chowder on the stovetop. Sauté the onion and celery in a heavy-bottom pot until translucent, and then add the carrots. Cook until the carrots are soft. Add the rest of the ingredients to the pot and bring to a boil on the stove. Reduce heat and simmer for 20-30 minutes. Adjust the cooking time if necessary to ensure the carrots and potatoes cook through.
  • The best potato varieties for Crock Pot Corn Chowder are Russet, yellow, or Yukon gold potatoes.

Substitutions

  • Carrots and Celery – If you want to amp up the flavor of Crock Pot Corn Chowder, prepare a mirepoix of celery, onions, and carrots pre-cooked and softened in butter before adding to the crock pot with the other ingredients. 
  • Cornstarch Slurry – You can use flour instead of cornstarch as a thickening agent in Corn Chowder. Remember that you will need to use more flour to achieve the desired consistency that would result from a cornstarch slurry.
  • Heavy Cream – If the idea of using heavy cream in Corn Chowder sounds too rich, you can substitute it with milk. Note that milk-based soups will not freeze as well as cream-based soups. So, if freezing Corn Chowder is a priority for you, but you still want to cut some of the calories, opt for half and half instead of milk as a substitute.
soup spoon full of slow cooker corn chowder

More Yummy Soup Recipes You’ll Enjoy

If you like this Slow Cooker Corn Chowder, you’ll want to try some of our other easy soup recipes! Try any from the list below.

French Onion Soup Recipe
Detox Vegetable Cleanse Soup
Instant Pot Corn Soup
Instant Pot Cauliflower Soup (WW and Keto)
Instant Pot Southwest Chicken Soup
Instant Pot Lasagna Soup
Instant Pot Potato Leek Soup
Instant Pot Cheesy Chicken and Potato Soup

Yield: 4-6 servings

Slow Cooker Corn Chowder

Slow Cooker Corn Chowder

This Slow Cooker Corn Chowder is a delicious and filling dish when you are looking for comfort food.

Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 5 hours
Total Time 5 hours 15 minutes

Ingredients

  • 4 large potatoes, cubed
  • 2 medium carrots, chopped
  • 1 medium sweet onion, chopped
  • 1 celery, chopped
  • 1 bag frozen corn, 16oz
  • 2 cups creamed corn (approximately 2 – 16oz cans)
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon thyme
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch slurry (2 tablespoons cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons water)
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • sea salt and cracked pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. In a 6 quart slow cooker, add: potatoes, carrots, onion, celery, frozen corn, creamed corn, garlic powder, thyme, and chicken broth. Gently mix, and then cook on high for 4 hours, or low for 7 hours.
  2. In a small bowl, mix heavy cream and cornstarch slurry. Gently stir, and cover to cook for an additional 30 minutes.

Notes

•You can easily cut this recipe in half if you have a smaller slow cooker.
•You can delicious toppings like shredded cheddar cheese, crispy, bacon, sliced jalapenos, or even croutons to the chowder. Have fun and jazz it up!
•If you’re lactose intolerant, you can leave out the heavy cream and just add the cornstarch slurry. Also, double check to ensure the creamed corn doesn’t have any cream as a thickening agent, most use cornstarch.

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