Creamy Cajun Corn Chowder Recipe
This creamy Cajun Corn Chowder is a hearty and flavorful soup featuring sweet corn, tender potatoes, and a spicy Cajun seasoning blend. Perfect for a comforting meal, it combines a rich creaminess with a mild kick of heat.
- Author: Daniel
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Cajun
- Diet: Gluten Free
Main Ingredients
- 4 cups fresh or frozen corn kernels
- 2 medium potatoes, peeled and diced
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 4 cups vegetable or chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
- 2 tablespoons butter or oil
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
- Prepare the vegetables: Peel and dice the potatoes into small cubes. Finely chop the onion. If using fresh corn, remove kernels from the cob.
- Sauté the onion: In a large pot, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until translucent and fragrant.
- Add potatoes and corn: Add the diced potatoes and corn kernels to the pot. Stir to combine with the onions.
- Simmer the vegetables: Pour in the broth, bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until potatoes are tender.
- Season the chowder: Stir in Cajun seasoning, salt, and black pepper to taste. Adjust seasoning as needed.
- Add cream and thicken: Slowly stir in the heavy cream. Continue cooking over low heat for 5 minutes, stirring frequently, until the chowder has thickened to your desired consistency.
- Serve hot: Ladle the chowder into bowls and garnish with additional Cajun seasoning or chopped green onions if desired. Enjoy warm.
Notes
- For a vegetarian version, use vegetable broth and butter substitutes.
- You can adjust the level of Cajun seasoning to control the spiciness.
- To make the chowder thicker, mash some of the potatoes before adding cream.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated gently on the stovetop.
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