- 4 cups fresh or frozen corn kernels (thawed if frozen), divided
- 2 cups low-salt chicken broth, divided
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 1 red bell pepper, chopped
- 1 (5- to 6-ounce) Yukon Gold potato, peeled, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
- 3 large shallots, chopped
- 2 tablespoons whipping cream
- Chopped green onions
- Blend 2 cups corn and 1 cup broth in blender until almost smooth. Melt butter in large saucepan over medium-high heat. Add next 3 ingredients; sauté 5 minutes. Add 2 cups corn, 1 cup broth, and puree from blender. Bring to simmer. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until potatoes are tender, about 10 minutes. Mix in cream. Season chowder with salt and pepper. Ladle into bowls; sprinkle with onions.