Creamy Turkey Corn Chowder Recipe

Indulge in this creamy and comforting Creamy Turkey Corn Chowder! This recipe is easily adaptable to your spice preference – from mild to fiery! Use leftover cooked chicken or turkey for a quick weeknight meal. Customize it with your favorite spices like chili powder or curry powder for an extra flavor punch. Get ready for a bowl of pure deliciousness!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 75 mins
Calories 1050.5 kcal
Protein 113g
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Adapted from Food.com, then tested & standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Creamy Turkey Corn Chowder

  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • Fresh Garlic
  • Celery Ribs
  • Jalapeno Pepper
  • Dried Chili Pepper Flakes
  • Dried Thyme
  • 2 medium potatoes, peeled and diced
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 1/2 cup half-and-half or milk (or a combination)
  • Chicken Bouillon Powder
  • Whole Kernel Corn
  • Cream Style Corn
  • Freshly grated Parmesan cheese (for garnish)
  • Cooked Turkey
  • Salt And Black Pepper
  • 1/2 cup half-and-half (for extra creaminess, if not already used)
  • Garlic Flavored Croutons

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How to Make Creamy Turkey Corn Chowder

  1. Melt 2 tablespoons of butter in a large pot over medium heat.
  2. Add 1 medium onion (chopped), 2 cloves garlic (minced), 2 stalks celery (chopped), 1 jalapeno pepper (seeded and minced, optional), 1/2 teaspoon dried chili flakes (optional), and 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves. Sauté for 4-5 minutes until softened.
  3. Stir in 1 cup cooked turkey (or chicken), 4 cups chicken broth, 1 (15 ounce) can whole kernel corn (drained), 2 medium potatoes (peeled and diced), 1/2 cup half-and-half or milk (or a combination of both).
  4. Bring to a simmer, then reduce heat and cook for 15-20 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender.
  5. Season generously with salt and pepper to taste. Stir in 1/2 cup half-and-half (for extra creaminess, if not already used).
  6. Simmer for another 5 minutes. Remove from heat.
  7. Ladle into bowls and garnish with freshly grated Parmesan cheese and croutons (optional).

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

75 g

Sugar

52g

Fat

129g

Carbs

37g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Creamy Turkey Corn Chowder?

Creamy Turkey Corn Chowder takes about 95 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 75 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Creamy Turkey Corn Chowder?

Creamy Turkey Corn Chowder has approximately 1050.5 calories per serving, with about 113 g protein, 37 g carbohydrates and 71 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Creamy Turkey Corn Chowder?

The key ingredients for Creamy Turkey Corn Chowder are Butter, Onions, Fresh Garlic, Celery Ribs, Jalapeno Pepper, Dried Chili Pepper Flakes. See the full list with measurements above.

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