Creamy Chicken Sweet Potato Corn Chowder

Creamy Chicken Sweet Potato Corn Chowder

This hearty chowder is packed with flavor and perfect for a cozy meal. The chicken, sweet potatoes, and corn create a delicious combination, and the creamy broth is sure to warm you up.

Ingredients:

• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
• 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cumin
• 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
• 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
• 2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and diced
• 1 (15-ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained
• 1 (12-ounce) can whole kernel corn, drained
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
• Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Cooking Guide:

1. Heat olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Stir in the garlic and cook for another minute.
2. Add the chicken, cumin, thyme, and cayenne pepper (if using) to the pot. Cook for 5-7 minutes, or until the chicken is golden brown on all sides.
3. Pour in the chicken broth, diced tomatoes with their juices, and sweet potatoes. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the sweet potatoes are tender.
4. Stir in the corn and heavy cream. Heat through for a few minutes, until the chowder is thickened to your desired consistency.
5. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Remove from heat and stir in the fresh parsley.

Tips:

• For a thicker chowder, you can mash some of the cooked sweet potatoes in the pot before adding the cream.
• If you don’t have fresh parsley, you can substitute 1 tablespoon of dried parsley.
• This chowder can be easily made ahead of time. Simply let it cool completely, then store it in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat over low heat on the stovetop, adding a splash of milk or broth if needed to thin it out.
• To make this recipe gluten-free, be sure to use gluten-free chicken broth and cornbread mix (if using).
• Feel free to add other vegetables to this chowder, such as chopped carrots, celery, or green beans.
• For a smoky flavor, you can add a few slices of bacon to the pot when you cook the onion. Just remove the bacon before adding the chicken.
• Serve this chowder with a side of crusty bread or crackers for dipping.