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    By Amy · Published: Oct 5, 2016 · Updated: Jun 1, 2020 · This post may contain affiliate links. Please read my disclosure policy 113 Comments

    Bacon, Shrimp and Corn Chowder

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    This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of Tyson Foods, Inc.  All opinions are entirely my own.  #sponsored #ad

    Crispy bacon, shrimp and corn are the ultimate comfort foods in this creamy Bacon, Shrimp and Corn Chowder!

    A white bowl of chowder with a spoon holding a spoonful of bacon, corn and shrimp.

    Bacon, Shrimp and Corn Chowder

    Grab a big spoon because you’re going to need it with this hearty chowder.  I don’t play around when it comes to shrimp recipes and want them to be perfect.

    I used Wright® Brand Bacon because the quality of bacon can make or break this recipe.  I look for cuts bacon that are thick-sliced and meaty that aren’t going to shrivel up when fried.  Wright Brand Bacon is hand-selected, hand-trimmed and naturally smoked with wood chips.

    Overhead view of a package of bacon on a dark surface.

    Bacon the Wright Way™!

    Topping this chowder with crispy thick-cut bacon takes it to a whole new level!  I used Natural Hickory Smoked flavor, but any of  the Wright Brand’s Bacon’s flavors will work in this chowder:  Applewood Smoked, Smoked Brown Sugar, Bourbon Barrel Smoked and Oak Barrel Smoked.

    Closeup view of a white bowl of shrimp and corn chowder with bacon beside a white napkin.

    My mom and I were recently talking about how nice it is to be home making a big pot of homemade soup from scratch… there’s just nothing quite like the aromas of a big pot of chowder, soup or stew simmering in the kitchen.

    Overhead view of a white bowl of bacon, shrimp and corn chowder by a spoon.

    This chowder is perfectly seasoned with smoked paprika, garlic and thyme.  Super-cozy is an understatement! It’s a perfect starter course or meal any time of the year.  Seriously… how can you go wrong with BACON, shrimp and corn?!

    Chowder with bacon, shrimp and corn topped with a sprig of fresh thyme in a white bowl.

    I hope you and your family love this chowder as much as I do.  ENJOY!

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    Bacon, Shrimp and Corn Chowder


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    4.9 from 38 reviews

    • Total Time: 45 mins
    • Yield: 4 servings
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    Description

    Crispy bacon, perfectly cooked shrimp and corn are the ultimate comfort foods in this creamy chowder!


    Ingredients

    • 5 slices Hickory Smoked Wright Brand Bacon, cut into small pieces
    • 1 pound medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
    • 2 cups chopped yellow onion
    • 1 tablespoon minced fresh garlic
    • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
    • ½ teaspoon dried thyme
    • Pinch crushed red pepper
    • 2 ½ cups frozen corn kernels
    • 3 cups chicken stock
    • 1 cup half and half
    • Salt and black pepper, to taste
    • Fresh thyme sprigs for garnish, if desired (optional)

    Instructions

    1. In a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat, fry the bacon pieces until crispy (about 8 to 10 minutes), stirring frequently. Transfer to a plate lined with paper towels. Drain off fat from pot, leaving 1 tablespoon.
    2. Add shrimp to the pot and cook until pink (about 3 to 4 minutes), stirring frequently. Remove shrimp with a slotted spoon and add to the plate with the bacon. Leave juices in pot.
    3. Add onions and garlic. Sauté for about 3 minutes, or until onions are soft and translucent.
    4. Add paprika, crushed red pepper, thyme, salt and pepper. Cook, stirring frequently for 2 minutes.
    5. Add corn, chicken stock and half and half. Stir to combine. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer for 15 minutes.
    6. Using an immersion blender, blend about half of the soup until creamy. If you don’t have an immersion blender, blend 2 cups of soup in a blender and pulse until creamy (exercise caution while blending hot liquids – blend small amounts at a time and hold down the top of blender pitcher while blending because there is a risk of the top blowing off and hot liquids to blow out!) and return to pot and stir well.
    7. Serve with shrimp and sprinkle with bacon pieces.
    8. Garnish with fresh thyme sprigs, if desired.
    • Prep Time: 15 mins
    • Cook Time: 30 mins
    • Category: Soup
    • Method: Boil
    • Cuisine: American

    Keywords: bacon shrimp corn chowder

    Adapted from Bev Cooks

     A spoon removing soup from a white bowl of bacon, shrimp and corn chowder.

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    1. Deb Diner says

      March 08, 2022 at 12:00 pm

      I need nondairy. Could I replace the half and half with an equal amount of coconut cream?

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      • Amy says

        March 08, 2022 at 1:03 pm

        Hi Deb, I haven’t tried that in this recipe, so I can’t say with 100% certainty… but would love to know how it turns out if you try it. I hope you enjoy it!

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    2. Darlene Badger says

      February 05, 2022 at 10:45 pm

      I followed this recipe to the letter for the most part adjusting based on what I had on hand. I did add some potatoes, crabmeat and a tsp of Old Bay Seasoning. I was surprised at how good this turned out and disappointed that I didn’t double the batch.

      ★★★★★

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    3. Maureen S says

      January 28, 2022 at 4:14 pm

      I made this soup ahead to freeze keeping the shrimp & bacon in the soup but left out using the 1/2 & 1/2 until I was ready to use it. I also added a cooked potato cut up in small pieces when ready to serve. Absolutely a delicious recipe!

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      • Kathleen says

        June 16, 2022 at 8:51 pm

        Can you use fresh corn?

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