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Bobby Flay's Crab and Corn Chowder garnished with fresh chives, showing large flakes of white crab meat, sweet yellow corn, and a creamy, golden broth.

Bobby Flay’s Crab & Corn Chowder

This rich and creamy chowder by Bobby Flay marries sweet corn and succulent lump crab meat in a luscious base — comfort food with a refined twist.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 6 bowls
Course: Soup
Cuisine: American, Seafood
Calories: 390
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Base & Vegetables
  • 1 tbsp olive oil olive oil
  • 1 medium onion finely diced
  • 2 stalks celery finely diced
  • 1 medium red bell pepper finely diced
  • 3 cups fresh or frozen corn kernels
  • 2 cups diced potatoes
  • 3 cups chicken or seafood stock
Cream & Crab
  • 1 lb lump crab meat picked over for shells
  • 2 cups heavy cream
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
  • ½ tsp smoked paprika
  • ¼ tsp cayenne pepper (optional, for heat)
  • salt & black pepper to taste
  • fresh chives or parsley chopped, for garnish

Equipment

  • Large Pot
  • Whisk

Method
 

  1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the onion, celery and red bell pepper; cook until softened (about 5 minutes).
  2. Add the butter and let it melt. Stir in the flour and cook for 1-2 minutes to form a roux.
  3. Gradually whisk in the chicken/seafood stock until smooth. Add the diced potatoes and corn kernels; bring to a simmer and cook until potatoes are tender (about 10-12 minutes).
  4. Stir in the heavy cream, smoked paprika, cayenne (if using), salt and pepper; gently simmer for 3-5 minutes.
  5. Gently fold in the lump crab meat and heat through for 2-3 minutes (do not over-stir to preserve texture).
  6. Ladle the chowder into bowls, and garnish with chopped chives or parsley. Serve hot with crusty bread.

Notes

For a richer flavor, you can roast the corn kernels before adding them. Leftovers can be kept in the refrigerator for up to 3 days; reheat gently over low heat to preserve the cream base.