Hearty Potato Ham Chowder
Warm up any chilly day with this Hearty Potato Ham Chowder, a creamy and comforting one-pot meal that’s brimming with rich flavors and nourishing ingredients. This recipe combines tender russet potatoes, savory diced ham, and sharp cheddar cheese in a velvety base of heavy cream and chicken broth, creating a soul-satisfying dish that’s perfect for family dinners or cozy gatherings. The sautéed onions and garlic provide a fragrant foundation, while a simple roux ensures a luxuriously thick consistency. Ready in just 45 minutes, this chowder is easy to prepare and endlessly satisfying, especially when garnished with fresh parsley for a burst of color and herby freshness. Whether served as a hearty main course or alongside crusty bread, this crowd-pleasing potato ham chowder is sure to become a new favorite comfort food staple.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 large yellow onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 4 medium russet potatoes, peeled and diced
- 2 cups cooked ham, diced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
Instructions
In a large pot or Dutch oven, melt the butter over medium heat.
Add the diced onion and sauté for 5-7 minutes, or until soft and translucent. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute, or until fragrant.
Sprinkle the flour over the onions and garlic, stirring constantly to form a roux. Cook for 1-2 minutes to remove the raw flour taste.
Slowly whisk in the chicken broth to combine with the roux. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, stirring occasionally.
Add the diced potatoes to the pot and cook for 15-20 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender when pierced with a fork.
Stir in the diced ham and heavy cream, cooking for another 5 minutes to heat through.
Turn the heat to low and mix in the shredded cheddar cheese, stirring until fully melted and incorporated.
Season the chowder with salt and ground black pepper, adjusting to taste.
Ladle the chowder into bowls and garnish with freshly chopped parsley, if desired. Serve hot and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3231 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 180.6 g | 232% | |
| Saturated Fat | 103.1 g | 515% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 728 mg | 243% | |
| Sodium | 11425 mg | 497% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 223.6 g | 81% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.2 g | 61% | |
| Total Sugars | 22.7 g | ||
| Protein | 171.1 g | 342% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.6 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 1106 mg | 85% | |
| Iron | 15.1 mg | 84% | |
| Potassium | 6647 mg | 141% | |
*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.
