Smoky Turkey Corn Chowder with Bacon
Smoky Turkey Corn Chowder with Bacon is a flavorful Continental Global Delicacies dish prepared with quality ingredients. In a large pot over medium heat, cook bacon until crisp, 8 to 10 minutes.
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Easy Prep ≤ 4 steps · Fast & beginner friendly
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Moderate 5–8 steps · Everyday home cooking
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Expert ≥ 9 steps · Multi-step advanced prep
Ingredients Required
Tap or click any ingredient to check off during cookingStep-by-Step Cooking Method
Follow numbered steps for authentic taste and perfectionIn a large pot over medium heat, cook bacon until crisp, 8 to 10 minutes.
Drain on a paper towel and crumble into small pieces and set aside, reserving the fat in the pot.
Pour off all but 1 tablespoon fat, return the pot to medium heat, and add onion, carrot, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper.
Cook, stirring occasionally, until softened, about 5 minutes.
Add bell pepper and cook, stirring occasionally, for 3 minutes more.
Add jalapeño and cumin and cook, stirring, 1 minute more.
Add broth, sweet potato, chiles, oregano, and bay leaves and bring to a simmer.
Cook until sweet potato is tender, about 10 minutes.
Stir in the turkey or chicken and corn and cook until warmed through, 3 to 5 minutes.
Add 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon pepper, and half-and-half.
Continue to cook until just warmed through.
Taste and adjust seasoning, thinning the chowder with another 1/4 cup half-and-half, if desired.
Serve chowder topped with crumbled bacon, scallions, and parsley.
Chef's Secret Tips & Serving Pairings
- Serve hot and fresh as a wholesome non-vegetarian meal.
- Pairs excellently with steamed rice, flatbreads, or fresh salad garnish.
