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5 from 2 votes

Instant Pot Crab and Corn Chowder

This instant pot crab and corn chowder is a blend of crispy bacon, lump crab meat, tender potatoes, and corn. Creamy, flavorful, and super easy to make!
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time40 minutes
Total Time50 minutes
Course: Entree
Cuisine: American
Servings: 6
Calories: 593kcal

Equipment

  • Instant Pot

Ingredients

  • 8 bacon strips cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 4 ears corn kernels removed (or 4 cups of corn kernels)
  • 1 lb lump crab
  • 1 onion finely diced
  • 3 garlic cloves finely minced
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper optional
  • 2 potatoes cut into chunks
  • 4 cups chicken stock
  • 2 cups heavy cream
  • 3 tbsp all-purpose flour
  • salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  • Press the "saute" function on your 8 qt instant pot. Add the bacon and cook for 4-5 minutes or until crisp stirring frequently. Once the bacon is crispy, remove it from the instant pot and set it aside. 
  • Add the onions and cook for 2 minutes or until translucent. Stir in the garlic and cook for 10 seconds. 
  • Stir in the potatoes, Italian seasoning, cayenne pepper, 1/2 of the corn, and chicken stock. Pop the lid on top, seal the valve, and pressure cook for 10 minutes. 
  • Once the 10 minutes are up, do a quick release. 
  • In a bowl, mix the heavy cream and all-purpose flour until well combined. Add it to the instant pot and stir well. 
  • Press the "saute" function. Cook the chowder for 10-15 minutes or until it thickens. Make sure to stir frequently. Finally, add the crab meat, remaining corn, and bacon. Add lots of salt and pepper and enjoy! 

Notes

  • Time does not include the time it takes for the instant pot to come to pressure. 
  • I used an 8 qt instant pot. 

Nutrition

Calories: 593kcal | Carbohydrates: 25g | Protein: 26g | Fat: 44g | Saturated Fat: 23g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 15g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 165mg | Sodium: 1095mg | Potassium: 646mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 7g | Vitamin A: 1388IU | Vitamin C: 12mg | Calcium: 107mg | Iron: 2mg