It seems like only moments ago we were decking our halls with garlands and wreaths and preparing for Christmas dinner. Dainty paper mache Easter eggs, miniature seasonal chocolates and pots of sprouted bulbs now seem to dot most supermarkets. And have you been to Hobby Lobby? They’ve practically been a rabbit themed park in full bloom since valentine’s day ended. Whether you’re excited about Spring because it’s a celebration of new life and new beginnings or it’s arrival has knocked you off your feet, spring is here. Just like that. One of the favorite things my mom would make anytime the weather turned exceptionally cold is this one pot chicken corn chowder recipe. It’s pretty frugal but also incredibly filling and delicious! She got the recipe from a family friend and to this day it’s still one of my favorites.

Because we are relatively warm here in Southern New Mexico, I’ve been noticing the sharp outline of emerging buds on the tree in our yard for a few weeks already. They are especially gorgeous contrasting against the vibrant colors of dawn and deep blue of the night in the cascading moonlight. However, it has been bitterly cold the past few days. Almost like winter got a little jealous of our pre-spring spring weather. I’ve actually had to put on full fledged coats ya’ll. But even if our temperatures have plummeted reminiscent of winter, Spring is officially here. I can tell because of the the dull and continuous roar of spring winds. Which because of the flat nature of where we live are exceptionally voracious this time of year. Whether you’re in the plains of New Mexico or seeming tundra in a northern state this is a really simple time saving recipe to help you finish out your winter season.

3 Step One Pot Chicken Corn Chowder Recipe

To start this recipe, you’re going to need some dead chicken. If you have leftover baked chicken this is a great way to reduce food waste! You can also bake some just for this occasion. Let’s face it, cooking chicken seems daunting. But don’t worry, I wrote a whole blog post about how to cook it safely. Want it to actually taste good too? We’ve got you covered with our post about how to make the best baked chicken ever! It can take your chicken from disgusting to restaurant quality. Take it from someone who just learned how last fall – it will literally change your life. But if you don’t have any chicken laying around and don’t want to bake some – just buy a little bit of canned chicken. Yes it’s more expensive, but you also invest less time. It’s an opportunity cost, do what works best for your crazy world!

Ready? I promise this 3 step one pot chicken corn chowder recipe is one of the easiest recipes known to man.

Step 1

You’re going to begin by sauteing chopped celery and chopped onion in (you guessed it) butter.

Step 2

Once they are soft enough to enjoy you’re going to just do one more step. You’ll just dump the rest of your ingredients in on top of the celery and onion. This includes your milk, cream of chicken, can of corn, cooked chicken, basil, salt and pepper.

Step 3

Bring this chowder mixture to a boil and simmer until everything is combined!

That’s it!

Too easy? Is there such a thing? The answer is no. When you get to enjoy this fabulous 3 Step One Pot Chicken Corn Chowder recipe you can also feel confidently that it didn’t hit you hard in the pocketbook.

Looking for more recipes for cold weather? Our Cheesy Potato Soup paired with Beer Bread or Green Chile Stew Recipe alongside cornbread is always a good option.

Thanks for reading!

Lauren

3 Step One Pot Chicken Corn Chowder Recipe

Ingredients

• 3/4 c. celery (chopped)
• 3/4 c. onions (chopped)
• 1/4 c. butter
• 1 3/4 c. milk
• 2 small cans of cream of chicken
• 1 can (or frozen bag) of corn
• dried basil
• salt
• pepper
• cooked chicken

Instructions

1. Saute celery and onions in butter.
2. Combine milk, cream of chicken soup, corn, basil, salt, pepper and cooked chicken with celery and onions.
3. Bring to a boil and then simmer until chicken corn chowder soup mixture is well combined.
4. Enjoy!