Creamy Potato Sausage Chowder (Printable Version)

A hearty blend of tender potatoes, smoked sausage, and creamy broth topped with fresh parsley.

# Everything You’ll Need:

→ Meats

01 - 1 lb smoked sausage, sliced

→ Vegetables

02 - 4 medium potatoes, peeled and diced
03 - 1 medium onion, chopped
04 - 3 cloves garlic, minced
05 - 1 cup corn kernels (fresh, frozen, or canned)
06 - 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped

→ Liquids

07 - 4 cups chicken broth
08 - 1 cup heavy cream
09 - 1 cup milk
10 - 2 tablespoons olive oil

→ Spices and Seasonings

11 - 1 teaspoon dried thyme
12 - 1 teaspoon paprika
13 - Salt and black pepper to taste

# Steps to Cook:

01 - Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add sliced smoked sausage and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes. Remove sausage and set aside, leaving drippings in the pot.
02 - Add chopped onion to the pot and cook for 3-4 minutes until softened. Stir in minced garlic and cook an additional 1 minute, stirring frequently to avoid burning.
03 - Add diced potatoes to the pot, stirring to combine with onions and garlic. Cook for approximately 5 minutes.
04 - Pour in chicken broth to fully cover the potatoes. Incorporate dried thyme and paprika. Bring to a boil.
05 - Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes until potatoes are tender.
06 - Stir in corn kernels, heavy cream, and milk. Add browned sausage back to the pot and simmer for 5-10 minutes until heated through.
07 - Season chowder with salt and black pepper to taste. Remove from heat and allow to cool slightly before serving.
08 - Ladle chowder into bowls and garnish with chopped fresh parsley.

# Extra Suggestions:

01 - This chowder can be prepared using turkey sausage for a lighter variation. Additional vegetables such as carrots or celery may be added for more flavor and nutrition. Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 4 days or frozen for up to 3 months. For added heat, incorporate diced jalapenos or hot sauce. Serve with crusty bread or crackers.