Chicken Corn Chowder

I know that we have talked about this before but my husband hates soup, he is a total meat and potato guy. But every now and then I can convince him to eat soup. I saw this recipe on Buns in the Oven and knew he would love it and I was right! It was easy to put together and had wonderful flavor! I used the can corn since it was easier but will be making this with grilled corn this summer, can't wait!

• 6 ears of fresh corn, husked and silks removed (or 1-30 ounce can corn and 1-15 ounce can cream corn)
• 6 slices bacon, chopped
• 8 scallions
• 3 medium potatoes (I use Idaho potatoes)
• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 3 cups whole milk
• 2 cups chicken stock
• 2 teaspoons Old Bay seasoning
• 1 teaspoon dried parsley flakes
• 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 1 small can (4 ounces, I believe) chopped green chile's
• 2 cups roasted chicken, shredded (a Rotisserie chicken from the deli works great for this!)
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• handful of grated cheddar, for garnish

In a large stock pot, fry the bacon pieces until crisp. Remove from the pan, leaving the drippings, and set aside.

Peel and chop the potatoes into bite sized chunks. Slice the scallions very thin and separate the greens from the whites.

Place the potatoes and white scallion pieces into the stock pot and cook over medium heat until the scallions have softened, 2 or 3 minutes.

Sprinkle in the flour and cook, stirring constantly, for about 1 minute.

Pour in the milk, chicken stock, Old Bay, thyme, parsley, cayenne, salt, and pepper, stirring well. Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring occasionally.

Reduce heat to low and simmer for 12-15 minutes or until the potatoes are tender. Add corn (If using fresh corn, cut from the cob with a sharp knife. Use the back of your knife to release the pulp from the cob.), chicken, and green chile's. Cook over low heat until heated through, about 5 minutes. Garnish with scallion greens, bacon, and cheddar cheese.

***I was worried about finding the Old Bay seasoning but Target carries it!