Crab and Corn Chowder
My rich and creamy chowder is loaded with tender crab, sweet corn, and salty bacon. This easy soup tastes like a beach vacation but is ready in about 30 minutes.
I love homemade soups like Clam Chowder, buffalo chicken, turkey chili, chicken noodle, and chicken tortilla. They are easy to make and always so comforting. This crab and corn chowder is my new go to. It is SO god with a rich cream texture, lumps of sweet crab, and a hint of spice. I make this one over and over!
Why This Recipe Works: A Sprinkle of Food Science
- Saute in Bacon Grease: This infuses bacon flavor into every bite!
- Milk Your Corn: Scraping the kernels releases "milk" which thickens the chowder naturally with less dairy.
- Add Corn Cobs To Your Pot: It infuses even more corn flavor into the soup.
Ingredient Notes and Shopping Tips
- Crab Meat: I like using lump crab. It has the same flavor and texture as jumbo but is less expensive. Always be sure to pick through it first, to remove shell fragments. Fresh or refrigerated has been flavor than canned.
- Corn: Fresh in season corn will have the sweetest flavor. You can also use frozen corn if its not in season. Avoid canned which is less sweet and not as crisp.
- Heavy Cream: I like heavy cream over half and half as its less likely to split/curdle.
- Broth: Use low sodium if possible. You can always add salt if needed.
- Heavy Cream: I like heavy cream as its less likely to split than lower fat ingredients. You can use half and half in a pinch.
- Jalapeno: Remove the ribs for less heat, or leave it in if you prefer more spice.
Krystle's Tips: Steal My Culinary School Secrets
- Cut Corn Like a Pro: Stand it upright in the middle of a Bundt pan. This keeps it secure and the kernels will fall into the pan.
- Simmer Don't Boil: After adding the crab and cream avoid avoid boiling. It can cause dairy to separate and toughens the seafood.
- Temper the Cream: Stir in a few ladles of hot soup to help it blend smoothly.
Fold in crab at the very end; just 3–5 minutes of gentle heat is enough.
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Best Crab and Corn Chowder
This rich and creamy soup is packed with fresh corn and sweet crab meat. You won't be able to stop slurping this one!
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Servings: 4 Servings
Calories: 467kcal
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Ingredients
- 8 Slices Bacon Cooked Crisp
- 2 Stalks Celery Diced
- 1 Onion Diced
- 1 Bell Pepper Diced
- 1 Jalapeno Seeds Removed, Finely Diced
- 2 Tablespoons All Purpose Flour
- 4 Cups Low Sodium Chicken Broth
- 4 Ears Corn Sliced off the Cob (or 2 cups frozen corn)
- ¾ Cup Heavy Cream
- ½ Tablespoon Old bay Seasoning
- ¼ Teaspoon Cumin
- 12 Ounces Fresh Lump Crab Meat
- Salt/Pepper To Taste
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Instructions
- Cook bacon until crisp. Reserve 1-2 tablespoons of grease. You can also use an equal amount of butter if desired.
- Cut corn off the cob. Using the dull side of your knife press and release the milk remaining on the cob. Put in same bowl as the corn. Reserve cobs.
- Use reserved grease to cook onion, celery, bell pepper, and jalapeno until softened.
- Add the flour and cook for one more minute. Then whisk in broth a little at a time.
- Add in corn salt, pepper, cumin, and Old Bay seasoning.
- Cut cobs into halves or thirds and into pot. Bring to boil. Reduce to simmer for 15-20 minutes.
- Stir in crab and heavy cream. Simmer for around 3-5 more minutes.
- Remove cobs. Garnish with bacon, and oyster crackers. Enjoy!
Notes
Nutrition
Calories: 467kcal | Carbohydrates: 13g | Protein: 13g | Fat: 41g | Saturated Fat: 20g | Cholesterol: 105mg | Sodium: 448mg | Potassium: 498mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 2337IU | Vitamin C: 45mg | Calcium: 53mg | Iron: 1mg
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This Crab and Corn Chowder is the perfect cozy bowl. Always a hit at a get together!
This crab and corn chowder is amazing! What a fabulous recipe.
We love crab and we love corn chowder and we absolutely loved them together! This was a HUGE hit for our family!
This chowder looks so creamy and comforting. The sweetness of the corn with the richness of crab makes such a delicious pairing. Perfect for a chilly evening.
SO yummy! The perfect dinner for a chilly autumn night!
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Perfect week dinner for colder days ! Printed already ! Thank you 🙂
OMG!!! This was DELICIOUS!!!! And so easy to make!!!!! Can't wait to make it again!!!
Yay so glad you enjoyed Rohtak!
I didn’t really khow good the crab would be in this but it was really tasty! Loved the touch of bacon in it too!
Yay so glad you enjoyed Suzy, please stop by again. 🙂
Looks delicious! My family would love this.
Thank you Katie! I hope you try it sometime!