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This rich and comforting Shrimp and Corn Chowder is a coastal classic—packed with plump shrimp, sweet corn, tender potatoes, and smoky bacon in a velvety broth. It’s the perfect cozy dish for cool nights or anytime you’re craving something soul-warming.

🍴 Ingredients (Serves 4)

• 4 slices thick-cut bacon, chopped
• 1 tablespoon butter
• 1 small onion, diced
• 1 celery stalk, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 2 cups chicken or seafood stock
• 1 cup whole milk
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 2 cups corn kernels (fresh or frozen)
• 1 large potato, peeled and diced
• ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
• ½ teaspoon Old Bay seasoning (optional)
• Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
• 1 lb raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
• Green onions or chives, for garnish

🔥 Instructions

Cook the Bacon: In a large soup pot or Dutch oven, cook the chopped bacon over medium heat until crispy. Remove with a slotted spoon and set aside, leaving the drippings in the pot.

Sauté the Aromatics: Add butter to the bacon fat, then sauté the onion and celery until soft, about 5 minutes. Stir in garlic and cook for 30 seconds.

Build the Base: Sprinkle flour over the veggies and stir to form a roux. Cook for 1–2 minutes, then gradually whisk in the chicken or seafood stock.

Add Creaminess and Veggies: Stir in milk, cream, corn, diced potato, paprika, Old Bay, salt, and pepper. Bring to a simmer and cook until potatoes are tender, about 15–20 minutes.

Add the Shrimp: Stir in the shrimp and cook until pink and just opaque, about 3–4 minutes.

Finish and Serve: Stir in chopped parsley and half the reserved bacon. Ladle into bowls and top with green onions and the remaining bacon. Serve with crusty bread or oyster crackers.

📦 Amazon Must-Haves to Help You Create the Best Shrimp and Corn Chowder

• 🍲 Enameled Dutch Oven — Perfect for simmering soups and chowders evenly.
• 🔪 Shrimp Deveiner Tool — Make shrimp prep fast and easy with this handy gadget.
• 🥔 Vegetable Peeler Set — Sharp and ergonomic for peeling potatoes and more.
• 🥄 Ladle with Spout — Ideal for serving chowder cleanly without spills.
• 🥓 Bacon Crisper Pan — Get your bacon extra crispy—just the way it should be.

💡 Helpful Tip: Want to add some heat? Stir in a finely chopped jalapeño or a dash of hot sauce for a spicy Southern twist!