Shrimp, Bacon, and Corn Chowder

 

One of my goals for 2022 is to try one new recipe each month.  This is my new recipe for January and it is definitely a keeper. So very good!!

Shrimp, Bacon, and Corn Chowder

Ingredients 

4 slices bacon, chopped

3 cloves garlic, minced

1 pound large shrimp, pealed and deveined

1 15 oz. canned corn, drained

1 cup sliced carrots 

2 ribs celery, diced

1/2 teaspoon onion powder

1 teaspoon smoked paprika

1 teaspoon salt 

1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning 

1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes

1 pound baby red potatoes, chopped into 1 inch cubes

3 cups chicken or vegetable broth

1 cup heavy cream

Directions

Add bacon to large pot and cook over medium-high heat 4-8 minutes until crisp. Transfer to a paper towel lined plate and set aside. 

Add garlic and shrimp to pot and cook 4-6 minutes until garlic is fragrant ans begins to turn brown and shrimp turns opaque. 

Add corn, carrots, celery, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, pepper, Italian seasoning, potatoes, and chicken broth. Bring to a boil, then pour in heavy cream. Simmer 10-12 minutes until potatoes are tender. Stir in bacon and cook for another 2-3 minutes. 

Garnish with chopped parsley.