Description
This Instant Pot Potato Corn Chowder is a creamy and flavorful dish that comes together quickly, making it perfect for busy weeknights. Packed with sweet corn and tender potatoes, it's a comforting meal the whole family will love.
Ingredients
2 tablespoons Olive Oil
1 large Yellow Onion, finely diced
2 cloves Garlic, minced
2 stalks Celery, finely diced
4 cups Vegetable Broth
2 pounds Yukon Gold Potatoes, peeled and diced into 1/2-inch cubes
2 cups Frozen Corn Kernels
1/2 cup Unsalted Butter
1/2 cup All-Purpose Flour
2 cups Whole Milk
1/2 cup Heavy Cream
1 teaspoon Salt, or to taste
1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper, or to taste
1/4 teaspoon Smoked Paprika (optional, for extra depth)
Fresh Chives or Parsley, chopped, for garnish
Instructions
- Select the 'Sauté' function on the Instant Pot and add Olive Oil. Sauté the diced Onion and Celery for 5-7 minutes until softened, then add minced Garlic and cook for another minute
- Pour in 1/2 cup of Vegetable Broth to deglaze the pot. Scrape up any bits stuck to the bottom. Then add the diced Potatoes and remaining broth
- Secure the lid, turn the steam release valve to 'Sealing', and select 'Pressure Cook' or 'Manual' for 7 minutes
- Perform a Quick Release once cooking is complete, then stir in the Frozen Corn Kernels
- In a separate saucepan, melt Unsalted Butter and whisk in All-Purpose Flour to create a roux. Gradually add Whole Milk while whisking until smooth and thick
- Pour the milk-roux mixture into the Instant Pot and stir. Add Heavy Cream, Salt, Black Pepper, and Smoked Paprika; mix well
- Select 'Sauté' on Low to simmer the chowder for 3-5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Adjust seasonings as needed and serve garnished with fresh herbs
Notes
For a thicker chowder, mash some potatoes against the side of the pot.
Feel free to customize with additional vegetables or protein as desired.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 20 mins
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Pressure Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 80mg