Enjoy a hearty bowl of creamy corn chowder featuring tender red potatoes, smoky crisp bacon, and sweet corn, all simmered together in savory vegetable broth. Aromatic onions and garlic provide depth, while a swirl of heavy cream brings an irresistible velvety texture. Fresh chives sprinkled on top add a burst of color and herbaceous flavor. Prepared in the multi-cooker for ease and efficiency, this comforting dish strikes a delicious balance between rich flavors and satisfying textures. Perfect for chilly evenings or casual gatherings, each spoonful highlights the comforting blend of bacon and vegetables.

This Creamy Corn Chowder with Bacon brings together sweet corn and smoky bacon in a rich, comforting soup that always disappears fast at my table. It is perfect for chilly days or when you crave something hearty yet simple. My family first asked for this after a long fall hike and now it is one of our most requested dinners.

Why You Will Love This Recipe
Uses ingredients you likely have on hand in your pantry or freezer
Takes less than an hour from start to finish
The smoky bacon infuses the chowder with deep flavor
Creamy and hearty enough for a complete meal
Perfect for making ahead and reheating
I remember the first time I made this on a snowy evening and the whole house instantly warmed up with the smell of bacon and sweet corn. Now my kids beg for seconds every time.

Ingredients
Bacon chopped: delivers smoky richness try to pick thick cut for the biggest flavor
Onion small diced: gives a natural sweetness and is best if you choose firm onions with shiny skin
Garlic minced: adds savory depth fresh cloves make all the difference in taste
Red potatoes small diced: bring a creamy texture look for ones without blemishes for best results
Frozen corn: easy to use and always sweet select whole kernel for best texture
Vegetable broth: creates the soup base go for low sodium if you want more control over seasoning
Dried thyme: adds a woodsy herbal note rub it between your hands before using to release flavor