Summer Corn Chowder with Smoked Paprika | Chopped

Ingredients

• 4 ears fresh corn, kernels cut from cob (about 3 cups)
• 4 slices bacon, chopped
• 1 yellow onion, diced
• 1 red bell pepper, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 1/2 teaspoons smoked paprika
• 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 1 1/2 pounds Yukon gold potatoes, diced into 1/2-inch cubes
• 4 cups chicken stock
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
• 2 tablespoons fresh chives, chopped, for garnish