Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Step‑by‑Step Instructions
- Cook the bacon in a large skillet over medium-high heat for 6-8 minutes until crispy. Transfer to a plate lined with paper towels and leave drippings in the skillet.
- Season chicken with salt and pepper. In the same skillet, sear chicken for about 3 minutes per side until browned. It will finish cooking in the slow cooker.
- Chop the onion, celery, carrots, and potato into bite-sized pieces. Combine these fresh ingredients in the slow cooker.
- Add the cooked bacon, corn kernels, and thyme into the slow cooker. Pour in the chicken broth and season. Cook on HIGH for 2-3 hours or on LOW for 4-6 hours.
- Blend half of the chowder mixture in the slow cooker until smooth with a stick blender.
- Shred the cooked chicken and return it to the pureed chowder. Stir in heavy cream and cream-style corn.
- Set the slow cooker to high and heat through for an additional 5 minutes. Serve garnished with crispy bacon and fresh herbs.
Nutrition
Notes
For best flavor, use high-quality bacon. Adjust seasoning before serving. Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days or freeze for 2 months.