Easy Instant Pot® Corn Chowder
Description
This easy corn chowder cooks in an Instant Pot® in under 15 minutes. Using the Saute function helps it come to pressure faster and cuts down on overall cook time.
Ingredients
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1 medium yellow onion, chopped
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1 tablespoon butter
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2 cups frozen corn
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2 cups chicken broth
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1 (12 fluid ounce) can evaporated milk
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1/2 cup instant potato flakes
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1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
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1/2 teaspoon minced garlic
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1/2 teaspoon dried chives
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salt and ground black pepper to taste
Directions
1
Turn on a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as Instant Pot®) and select Saute function. Add onion and butter to the hot pot; cook and stir until onion is lightly browned, about 5 minutes. Add corn and chicken broth. Turn off Saute function.
2
Close and lock the lid. Select high pressure according to manufacturer's instructions; set timer for 5 minutes. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for pressure to build.
3
Release pressure carefully using the quick-release method according to manufacturer's instructions, about 5 minutes. Unlock and remove the lid. Carefully remove lid and add evaporated milk, potato flakes, thyme, garlic, chives, salt, and pepper; stir to combine. Serve immediately.