Family Chowder Microwave
Whip up a warm, hearty meal in no time with this Family Chowder Microwave recipe, a perfect one-bowl wonder for busy weeknights! Packed with tender potatoes, sweet carrots, crisp celery, and vibrant corn, this creamy chowder comes together effortlessly using your microwave—no stovetop required. A rich, buttery milk base binds the medley of vegetables, with optional additions like smoky ham or crispy bacon for added indulgence. Ready in just 35 minutes, this family-friendly soup is ideal for cozy dinners, and it’s easily customizable with toppings like shredded cheddar and fresh parsley. Pair it with crunchy bread for a quick, comforting dish everyone will love. Keywords: easy microwave chowder, family dinner recipe, quick comfort food, vegetable soup recipe.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 medium-sized Potatoes
- 2 large Carrots
- 2 Celery Stalks
- 1 medium-sized Onion
- 1 cup Frozen Corn
- 2 cups Chicken Broth
- 1 cup Milk
- 2 tablespoons Butter
- 2 tablespoons Flour
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Ground Black Pepper
- 0.5 cup Cooked Ham or Bacon (optional)
- 0.5 cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese (optional)
- 2 tablespoons Chopped Parsley (optional garnish)
Instructions
Wash and peel the potatoes and carrots. Dice potatoes into small cubes and thinly slice the carrots. Chop the celery and onion into small pieces.
Place the chopped potatoes, carrots, celery, and onion into a large, microwave-safe bowl. Add the chicken broth. Cover the bowl with a microwave-safe lid or plastic wrap, leaving a small vent for steam to escape.
Microwave on high power for 8-10 minutes, stirring halfway through, or until the vegetables are tender when pierced with a fork.
In a separate microwave-safe bowl, melt the butter by microwaving it for 20-30 seconds. Once melted, whisk in the flour until it forms a smooth paste.
Gradually whisk in the milk, ensuring no lumps remain. Microwave the milk mixture in 1-minute intervals, stirring after each interval, until it thickens (about 3-4 minutes total).
Remove the bowl of cooked vegetables from the microwave and carefully stir in the thickened milk mixture, frozen corn, salt, and black pepper.
Return the bowl to the microwave and cook on high for 4-5 minutes, stirring halfway through, until the chowder is hot and bubbly.
If using ham or bacon, add it to the chowder and stir to combine. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
Serve the chowder hot, optionally garnished with shredded cheddar cheese and chopped parsley. Pair with crusty bread for a complete meal!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1643 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 55.9 g | 72% | |
| Saturated Fat | 30.3 g | 152% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 207 mg | 69% | |
| Sodium | 4548 mg | 198% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 216.6 g | 79% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 25.2 g | 90% | |
| Total Sugars | 42.4 g | ||
| Protein | 78.5 g | 157% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.1 mcg | 15% | |
| Calcium | 965 mg | 74% | |
| Iron | 11.1 mg | 62% | |
| Potassium | 5560 mg | 118% | |
*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.
