Gluten Free Chicken and Sweetcorn Chowder Recipe

If you’re looking for a hearty, comforting meal that’s naturally gluten free and perfect for the whole family, this Gluten Free Chicken and Sweetcorn Chowder is a must-try. Packed with wholesome ingredients like tender chicken, creamed corn, and rich, creamy stock, this gluten free chowder is both nourishing and satisfying. Whether you’re newly diagnosed with celiac disease or simply avoiding gluten for health reasons, this recipe is an easy win for busy weeknights or cozy weekends. It’s also great for meal prep – you can make it ahead and store it in the fridge, ready to reheat when you need something quick and delicious.

You will need

800 g / 1.7 pounds chicken breast

1 onion, diced

30 g butter (2 tablespoons)

2x 440 g /16 oz cans creamed corn 

440 g can corn

4 cups / 1 litre gluten free chicken stock 

60 g / 2 oz packaged cream cheese - use Goats Cheese or lactose free cream cheese if intolerant to cow milk

1 tablespoon cornflour/cornstarch (ensure gluten free)

1 tablespoon water

1 green shallot, chopped

cracked pepper

To Make

Boil chicken in a large pan of water for approx 10 mins until cooked and remove from pan

Using 2 forks, shred chicken into bite-size pieces.

In a large saucepan, melt butter and cook onion over medium heat until soft.

Add creamed corn, chicken stock, and chicken. Bring to the boil, reduce heat and simmer, covered, for 10 minutes.

Add tin of corn and stir through.

In a small bowl, blend cream cheese with a little of the hot soup to soften, then stir the mixture into the saucepan.

Mix cornflour and water together in a small bowl until combined. Add to the soup and stir continuously over medium heat until it returns to a boil and thickens slightly.

Stir in chopped shallot and season with cracked pepper just before serving.

Serve the Chicken and Sweetcorn Chowder with your fave gluten free bread, muffins, or toasted crumpets for the ultimate comfort food experience.

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