Cheeseburger Chowder
Savor the ultimate comfort food with this hearty Cheeseburger Chowder, a rich and creamy spin on your favorite burger flavors! Packed with tender ground beef, colorful veggies like carrots, celery, and onion, and chunks of buttery potatoes, this chowder is the perfect cozy meal for a chilly day. A luxurious base of chicken broth, whole milk, and heavy cream, thickened with a touch of flour, creates a velvety texture that’s elevated by melty sharp cheddar cheese and a hint of Worcestershire sauce. With just 15 minutes of prep, this one-pot wonder is easy to whip up and perfect for feeding the whole family. Top it off with optional paprika and parsley for an extra burst of flavor, and serve it with crusty bread or crackers for a satisfying, delicious dinner. Perfect for soup lovers and anyone craving cheeseburger-inspired comfort food!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 2 medium carrots, diced
- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 2 large russet potatoes, peeled and diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 2 cups whole milk
- 0.5 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon paprika (optional, for garnish)
- 1 tablespoon chopped parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
In a large Dutch oven or heavy-bottomed pot, cook the ground beef over medium-high heat until browned and fully cooked. Break it up with a wooden spoon as it cooks and drain any excess grease. Set the cooked beef aside in a bowl.
In the same pot, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the diced onion, carrots, and celery. Sauté for 4-5 minutes, or until the vegetables begin to soften.
Add the minced garlic and cook for another 1 minute, stirring frequently.
Sprinkle the flour over the vegetables and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly to ensure the flour coats the vegetables evenly.
Gradually pour in the chicken broth, stirring well to combine and prevent lumps. Bring the mixture to a boil.
Add the diced potatoes to the pot. Reduce the heat to a simmer and cook for 15-20 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender when pierced with a fork.
Stir in the cooked ground beef, milk, heavy cream, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and black pepper. Simmer for 5 minutes to let the flavors meld.
Remove the pot from heat and gradually stir in the shredded cheddar cheese until fully melted and incorporated.
Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. If desired, sprinkle with paprika and chopped parsley for garnish.
Serve warm in bowls with crusty bread or crackers on the side. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3518 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 233.0 g | 299% | |
| Saturated Fat | 126.6 g | 633% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 788 mg | 263% | |
| Sodium | 7063 mg | 307% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 185.6 g | 67% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 18.7 g | 67% | |
| Total Sugars | 45.5 g | ||
| Protein | 180.4 g | 361% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.5 mcg | 27% | |
| Calcium | 2602 mg | 200% | |
| Iron | 17.0 mg | 94% | |
| Potassium | 6405 mg | 136% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
