Slow Cooker Amish Corn Chowder

 

Slow Cooker Amish Corn Chowder

Ingredients:

6 slices bacon, chopped

1 medium onion, diced

3 cups potatoes, peeled & diced

3 cups frozen (or fresh) corn kernels

2 carrots, diced

2 celery stalks, diced

4 cups chicken broth

1 tsp salt (or to taste)

½ tsp black pepper

½ tsp thyme (optional)

2 cups whole milk (or half & half for creamier texture)

2 tbsp butter

2 tbsp flour (for thickening)

Instructions:

1. Cook bacon & onion: In a skillet, cook chopped bacon until crisp. Remove and set aside. Sauté onion in the bacon drippings until soft, then transfer both bacon and onion to the slow cooker.

2. Add veggies & broth: Stir in potatoes, corn, carrots, celery, chicken broth, salt, pepper, and thyme.

3. Cook: Cover and cook on LOW for 6–7 hours or HIGH for 3–4 hours, until potatoes are tender.

4. Thicken: In a small saucepan, melt butter, stir in flour, and cook for 1–2 minutes to form a roux. Slowly whisk in the milk, cooking until thick and creamy.

5. Combine: Stir this creamy mixture into the slow cooker, mixing well. Cook another 15–20 minutes on LOW until thickened.

6. Serve: Ladle into bowls and top with extra crispy bacon. Pairs perfectly with warm bread or biscuits.

👉 Comforting, hearty, and packed with homestyle flavor — a true Amish-inspired classic.