Potato Ham Chowder
Creamy, hearty, and packed with flavor, Potato Ham Chowder is the perfect comfort food for cozy nights or family dinners. This rich and satisfying soup combines tender russet potatoes, savory diced ham, and wholesome vegetables like carrots, celery, and onion, all simmered in a velvety blend of chicken broth, whole milk, and heavy cream. A touch of butter and a simple roux ensure every spoonful is luxuriously smooth, while fresh parsley adds a vibrant, aromatic finish. Ready in under an hour, this one-pot meal is ideal for busy weeknights or as a crowd-pleasing recipe for your next gathering. Pair it with crusty bread for an unbeatable combination. Whether you're looking for an easy chowder recipe or a way to use up leftover ham, this dish is sure to become a new favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 medium (peeled and diced) Russet potatoes
- 2 cups (diced) Cooked ham
- 1 medium (diced) Yellow onion
- 2 medium (peeled and diced) Carrots
- 2 diced Celery stalks
- 3 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 3 tablespoons All-purpose flour
- 4 cups Chicken broth
- 2 cups Whole milk
- 1 cup Heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon (adjust to taste) Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon (adjust to taste) Ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons (chopped, for garnish) Fresh parsley
Instructions
Peel and dice the potatoes, carrots, and onion. Dice the celery and set all vegetables aside.
In a large pot, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the onion, carrots, and celery, and sauté for 5-7 minutes until softened.
Sprinkle the flour over the vegetables and stir constantly for one minute to create a roux.
Gradually pour in the chicken broth while stirring to ensure no lumps form. Bring the mixture to a gentle boil.
Add the diced potatoes and reduce the heat to a simmer. Cook for 15-20 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender.
Stir in the diced ham, milk, and heavy cream. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Simmer the chowder for another 5-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until thickened and well combined.
Remove from heat and ladle the chowder into bowls. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3095 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 158.6 g | 203% | |
| Saturated Fat | 87.3 g | 436% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 677 mg | 226% | |
| Sodium | 11614 mg | 505% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 239.1 g | 87% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 26.3 g | 94% | |
| Total Sugars | 53.2 g | ||
| Protein | 165.3 g | 331% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.4 mcg | 27% | |
| Calcium | 1103 mg | 85% | |
| Iron | 17.6 mg | 98% | |
| Potassium | 8777 mg | 187% | |
*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.
