Creamy Corn and Bell Pepper Chowder: Fend Off the Early Spring Chills Recipe
Ingredients
- 3 cup fresh or frozen corn (thawed), divided
- 2 cups low-salt chicken broth, divided
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 medium potato, peeled and cut into small cubes
- 3 green onions, chopped (white and green parts kept separate)
- ½ tsp paprika
- 2 tbsp low-fat sour cream
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Nutrition Facts
| Amount Per Recipe | %DV |
|---|---|
| Recipe Size 1000g | |
| Calories 640 | |
| Calories from Fat 292 | 46% |
| Total Fat 33.27g | 42% |
| Saturated Fat 18.63g | 75% |
| Trans Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 74mg | 25% |
| Sodium 372mg | 16% |
| Potassium 1925mg | 55% |
| Total Carbs 75.65g | 20% |
| Dietary Fiber 11.6g | 39% |
| Sugars 13.3g | 9% |
| Protein 20.83g | 33% |
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