Meal prep ideas – How to prepare easy “Sweet Corn and Shrimp Chowder” in 5 steps
🦐🌽 Sweet Corn and Shrimp Chowder 🌽🦐
A creamy, hearty soup bursting with the sweetness of corn and the delicate flavor of shrimp—this chowder is perfect for any season!
Ingredients:
🧈 2 tbsp butter
🧅 1 medium onion, finely chopped
🥔 2 medium potatoes, peeled and diced
🌽 2 cups fresh or frozen sweet corn kernels
🦐 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
🥛 3 cups chicken or vegetable broth
🥛 2 cups heavy cream or whole milk
🧂 1 tsp paprika
🧂 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper (optional)
🧂 Salt and pepper to taste
🌿 Fresh parsley or chives, for garnish
Instructions:
1️⃣ Sauté Aromatics:
In a large pot, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the onion and cook until soft and translucent, about 5 minutes.
2️⃣ Cook Potatoes and Corn:
Add the diced potatoes and corn kernels to the pot. Stir in the chicken or vegetable broth and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat and simmer for 15 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender.
3️⃣ Blend for Creaminess:
Use an immersion blender to puree half of the soup directly in the pot, leaving some chunks for texture. Alternatively, transfer half to a blender, then return it to the pot.
4️⃣ Cook the Shrimp:
Add the shrimp to the pot along with the cream or milk. Season with paprika, cayenne pepper (if using), salt, and pepper. Simmer for 5 minutes, or until the shrimp are pink and cooked through.
5️⃣ Garnish and Serve:
Ladle the chowder into bowls and garnish with freshly chopped parsley or chives. Serve hot with crusty bread or crackers on the side
