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Sausage and Shrimp Corn Chowder with a Kick

A creamy chowder bursting with sweet corn, succulent shrimp, and spicy sausage, perfect for cozy evenings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Main Course, Soup
Cuisine: American, Comfort Food
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Meat
  • 1 pound spicy sausage (chorizo or your favorite brand) Choose a brand that provides the desired level of spiciness.
  • 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined Fresh or frozen shrimp can be used.
Vegetables
  • 4 cups corn (frozen or fresh) Frozen corn is a convenient option.
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 medium potatoes, diced
Liquids
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil For sautéing the sausage and vegetables.
Spices
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika Adjust according to your spice preference.
  • to taste Salt and pepper For seasoning.
Garnish
  • to taste Fresh cilantro Optional for garnish.

Method
 

Cooking
  1. In a large pot or dutch oven, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the spicy sausage and cook until it’s browned and slightly crispy, about 5-7 minutes.
  2. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic. Sauté until the onion is translucent.
  3. Add the corn and diced potatoes, cooking for another 5 minutes to blend the flavors.
  4. Pour the chicken broth into the pot, stir it up, and bring everything to a boil. Reduce heat and let it simmer for about 15 minutes until the potatoes are tender.
  5. Stir in the heavy cream and shrimp, cooking for an additional 5 minutes until the shrimp is pink.
  6. Sprinkle in the smoked paprika, salt, and pepper before serving.
  7. Ladle the chowder into bowls and garnish with fresh cilantro.

Notes

Use frozen corn for convenience. Adjust spice levels as desired. If the chowder looks lumpy, it adds character!