Creamy Chicken & Corn Chowder

This rich, creamy chicken and corn chowder is the ultimate comfort food. Loaded with savory bacon, hearty veggies, and sweet corn, it's a warm and satisfying bowl that pairs perfectly with the legendary crunch of some heavy-duty chips.

Prep time: 20 mins | Cook time: 35 mins | Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 6 slices bacon, chopped
• 1.5 lbs chicken, diced
• 1 yellow onion & 2 stalks celery, diced
• 2 carrots, peeled and diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
• 4 cups chicken broth
• 2 potatoes, diced
• 3 cups sweet corn kernels
• 1 cup heavy cream
• Fresh chives & shredded cheddar, for garnish 
• Zack's Mighty Tortilla Chips, for serving

Instructions

1. Crisp the Bacon: In a large pot, cook the chopped bacon until crispy. Remove the bacon, leaving the rendered fat in the pot.
2. Brown the Chicken: Add the diced chicken to the pot. Cook until browned on the outside, then set aside.
3. Sauté the Aromatics: Add the diced onion, carrots, and celery, cooking until softened. Stir in the minced garlic.
4. Build the Chowder: Sprinkle in the flour, then gradually stir in the chicken broth. Add the potatoes, sweet corn, and browned chicken. Simmer for 15-20 minutes until the potatoes are tender.
5. Thicken & Cream: Stir in the heavy cream and simmer for 5 more minutes until the broth is rich and thickened. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
6. Garnish & Serve: Serve the creamy chowder into bowls. Top with the crispy bacon, fresh chives, and cheddar cheese. Serve alongside a generous handful of Zack's Mighty Tortilla Chips for scooping.