One-Pot Spicy Sausage and Corn Chowder
A hearty and comforting chowder featuring smoky sausage, sweet corn, and tender potatoes simmered in a creamy broth with a touch of heat. This american-inspired soups ready in about 50 minutes pairs medium, diced yellow onion, minced garlic cloves, medium, diced red bell pepper for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 420 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 12 oz, sliced into 1/2-inch rounds smoked sausage
- 1 medium, diced yellow onion
- 3 minced garlic cloves
- 1 medium, diced red bell pepper
- 2 cups fresh or frozen corn kernels
- 2 medium, peeled and diced into 1/2-inch cubes russet potatoes
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp chopped, for garnish fresh parsley
Instructions
- Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add 12 oz sliced smoked sausage and cook for 5 minutes until browned and edges are crispy.
- Step 2: Add 1 diced medium yellow onion, 3 minced garlic cloves, and 1 diced red bell pepper to the pot. Sauté for 4 minutes until vegetables soften and become fragrant.
- Step 3: Stir in 2 cups corn kernels and 2 diced medium russet potatoes. Cook for 2 minutes to combine flavors.
- Step 4: Pour in 4 cups chicken broth, then add 1 tsp smoked paprika, 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to low, and simmer uncovered for 20 minutes until potatoes are tender.
- Step 5: Lower heat to medium-low and stir in 1 cup heavy cream. Cook for another 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chowder thickens and coats the back of a spoon.
- Step 6: Remove from heat and garnish with 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley before serving.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does One-Pot Spicy Sausage and Corn Chowder take to make?
Total time is about 50 minutes (15 min prep + 35 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover One-Pot Spicy Sausage and Corn Chowder?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep medium, diced yellow onion from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in One-Pot Spicy Sausage and Corn Chowder?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale One-Pot Spicy Sausage and Corn Chowder for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with One-Pot Spicy Sausage and Corn Chowder?
American soups like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
