Easy High Protein Chicken and Corn Chowder Recipe

Easy High Protein Chicken and Corn Chowder. After making this many times, I’ve perfected the creamy, comforting texture. The trick I discovered is using evaporated milk for extra creaminess. This hearty soup is my family’s favorite for cozy nights in. If you love recipes like this, you’ll also enjoy Slow Cooker Chicken Curry Recipe with Coconut Milk and Easy Bang Bang Chicken Skewers with Spicy Dipping Sauce.

What You'll Need for Easy High Protein Chicken and Corn Chowder Recipe

Choosing the right ingredients makes a big difference, but this recipe is forgiving enough to work with what you have.

• 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 1 can (15 oz) corn kernels, drained
• 1 can (12 oz) evaporated milk
• 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
• 1 onion, diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 carrots, diced
• 2 stalks celery, diced
• 1 tsp dried thyme
• 1 tsp dried rosemary
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• Optional: Chopped fresh parsley
• Optional: Crumbled bacon
• Optional: Shredded cheddar cheese

How to Make Easy High Protein Chicken and Corn Chowder Recipe

1. Step 1: Dice the chicken into small pieces. In a large pot, combine chicken, onion, garlic, carrots, celery, thyme, rosemary, salt, and pepper. Cook over medium heat until chicken is cooked through and vegetables are softened.
2. Step 2: Add chicken broth and corn to the pot. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and let simmer for 15 minutes.
3. Step 3: Stir in evaporated milk. Use an immersion blender to blend some of the soup for a creamier texture (optional). Cook for another 5 minutes until heated through.
4. Step 4: Serve hot, topped with your choice of toppings.

Storing & Reheating Easy High Protein Chicken and Corn Chowder Recipe

Short-Term Storage

Store in an airtight container in the fridge. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 5 days. Make-ahead tip: This soup can be made ahead and reheated when ready to serve.

Freezing Easy High Protein Chicken and Corn Chowder Recipe

Freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.

How to Reheat Without Drying It Out

Oven: Reheat in a saucepan over medium heat until warmed through. Microwave: Reheat in the microwave for 2-3 minutes, stirring halfway through.

Recipe Notes

• Chef tip: For a lighter version, use low-fat evaporated milk.
• Best substitution: You can substitute the chicken with turkey or shrimp.
• Make-ahead: Prepare all ingredients ahead of time and store separately. Combine and cook when ready.
• Scaling: This recipe can easily be doubled or halved.
• Troubleshooting: If the soup is too thick, add a little more chicken broth to reach your desired consistency.

Easy High Protein Chicken and Corn Chowder Recipe

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Prep

15 mins

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Cook

30 mins

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Total

45 mins

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Serves

4 servings

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Diet

High Protein

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

• 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 1 can (15 oz) corn kernels, drained
• 1 can (12 oz) evaporated milk
• 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth

Seasonings

• 1 onion, diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 carrots, diced
• 2 stalks celery, diced
• 1 tsp dried thyme
• 1 tsp dried rosemary
• Salt and pepper, to taste

Optional Toppings

• Chopped fresh parsley
• Crumbled bacon
• Shredded cheddar cheese

Instructions

1. Step 1: Dice the chicken into small pieces. In a large pot, combine chicken, onion, garlic, carrots, celery, thyme, rosemary, salt, and pepper. Cook over medium heat until chicken is cooked through and vegetables are softened.
2. Step 2: Add chicken broth and corn to the pot. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and let simmer for 15 minutes.
3. Step 3: Stir in evaporated milk. Use an immersion blender to blend some of the soup for a creamier texture (optional). Cook for another 5 minutes until heated through.
4. Step 4: Serve hot, topped with your choice of toppings.

Notes

• Chef tip: For a lighter version, use low-fat evaporated milk.
• Best substitution: You can substitute the chicken with turkey or shrimp.
• Make-ahead: Prepare all ingredients ahead of time and store separately. Combine and cook when ready.
• Scaling: This recipe can easily be doubled or halved.
• Troubleshooting: If the soup is too thick, add a little more chicken broth to reach your desired consistency.

Storage

• Fridge: Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
• Freezer: Freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.
• Oven reheat: Reheat in a saucepan over medium heat until warmed through.
• Microwave reheat: Reheat in the microwave for 2-3 minutes, stirring halfway through.
• Make ahead: This soup can be made ahead and reheated when ready to serve.

Nutrition Per Serving

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 30g
• Fat: 10g
• Carbs: 25g
• Fiber: 2g
• Sugar: 5g
• Sodium: 700mg
• Cholesterol: 85mg
• Sat. Fat: 6g

Nutritional values are estimates only. Actual values may vary by brand and portion size.

Easy High Protein Chicken and Corn Chowder Recipe FAQs

A Warm Final Note

I can’t wait for you to try Easy High Protein Chicken and Corn Chowder Recipe and see how effortlessly it comes together. When you make it, pop back here and leave a rating or share how it turned out — I love hearing from you!