Potato Chowder
Warm up with a bowl of creamy potato chowder, the ultimate comfort food for cozy evenings and hearty meals. This rich and satisfying soup is brimming with tender chunks of russet potatoes, a medley of aromatic vegetables, and a luscious blend of heavy cream and melted cheddar cheese. A touch of garlic and parsley enhances its savory depth, while optional toppings like crispy bacon and fresh green onions add irresistible crunch and color. Ready in just 45 minutes, this one-pot wonder is perfect for feeding a family or meal prepping for the week. Whether you serve it with crusty bread or on its own, this easy potato chowder recipe will quickly become a comforting favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 1 medium Yellow onion, diced
- 2 stalks Celery stalks, diced
- 2 medium Carrots, diced
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 3 tablespoons All-purpose flour
- 4 cups Chicken or vegetable broth
- 4 medium Russet potatoes, peeled and diced
- 1 cup Heavy cream
- 1 cup Cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
- 4 slices Bacon, cooked and crumbled (optional)
- 2 stalks Green onions, sliced (optional)
Instructions
In a large pot or Dutch oven, melt the butter over medium heat.
Add the diced onion, celery, and carrots. Cook for 4-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are softened.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 1 minute until fragrant.
Sprinkle the flour over the vegetables and stir well to coat them. Cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly, to remove the raw flour taste.
Gradually add the broth while stirring to avoid lumps. Bring the mixture to a simmer.
Add the diced potatoes to the pot and season with salt and pepper. Simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender when pierced with a fork.
Reduce the heat to low. Stir in the heavy cream and shredded cheddar cheese until fully incorporated and melted.
Taste and adjust the seasoning, adding more salt or pepper if needed.
Ladle the potato chowder into bowls and garnish with chopped parsley. For additional toppings, sprinkle with crumbled bacon and sliced green onions if desired.
Serve warm and enjoy your creamy potato chowder!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2883 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 181.7 g | 233% | |
| Saturated Fat | 102.4 g | 512% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 513 mg | 171% | |
| Sodium | 8021 mg | 349% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 231.8 g | 84% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 22.8 g | 81% | |
| Total Sugars | 22.5 g | ||
| Protein | 83.1 g | 166% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.6 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 1151 mg | 89% | |
| Iron | 12.2 mg | 68% | |
| Potassium | 5687 mg | 121% | |
*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.
