Best 8 Cheesy Potato And Ham Chowder Recipes

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When the weather turns cold and the leaves begin to fall, there's nothing more comforting than a hearty bowl of cheesy potato and ham chowder. This classic soup is easy to make and packed with flavor, thanks to the creamy potatoes, tender ham, and melted cheese. Whether you're looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal or a comforting dish to serve at your next gathering, cheesy potato and ham chowder is sure to be a hit.

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CHEESY HAM AND POTATO CHOWDER



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Provided by My Farmhouse Table

Categories     Main Course     Soup

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 can (14.5 oz) Low-Sodium Chicken Broth
3 cups Potatoes, peeled and diced
1 cup Carrots, diced
4 stalks Celery, diced
1/2 Large Onion, diced
1 Tbsp Dried Parsley Flakes
1 cup Frozen Corn
1/4 cup Flour
3 Tbsp Cornstarch
6 cups Half and Half (divided)
1 cup Velvetta, diced
2 cups Shredded Cheddar Cheese
1 lb Diced Ham
1/2 lb Bacon, cooked and crumbled
Salt and Pepper

Steps:

  • In a large dutch oven, combine chicken broth, potatoes, carrots, celery, onion, parsley flakes, and frozen corn. Bring to a boil and cook until vegetables are tender.
  • In a separate bowl, combine flour, cornstarch, and 2 cups of half and half. Stir slurry into cooked vegetable mixture.
  • In a separate saucepan over medium, heat remaining 4 cups of half and half. Stir in Velveeta and shredded cheddar cheese. Stir continuously until cheese are melted.
  • When cheese is melted add to cooked vegetable mixture. Stir to combine.
  • Add ham and diced bacon to soup. Salt and pepper soup to taste.
  • Notes: This soup fills one large crockpot or slow cooker. Doubling this recipe to feed a crowd will fit into a medium sized roaster with plenty of room to stir.

CHEESY HAM CHOWDER



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My five children all agree that this soothing recipe is wonderful. The soup is full of potatoes, carrots and ham. The best part is that I can get it on the table in only a half hour of hands-on time. -Jennifer Trenhaile, Emerson, Nebraska

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner     Lunch

Time 1h

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

10 bacon strips, diced
1 large onion, chopped
1 cup diced carrots
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
3 cups whole milk
1-1/2 cups water
2-1/2 cups cubed potatoes
1 can (15-1/4 ounces) whole kernel corn, drained
2 teaspoons chicken bouillon granules
Pepper to taste
3 cups shredded cheddar cheese
2 cups cubed fully cooked ham

Steps:

  • In a Dutch oven, cook the bacon over medium heat until crisp. Using a slotted spoon, remove to paper towels to drain. In the drippings, saute onion and carrots until tender. Stir in flour until blended. Gradually add milk and water. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. , Add the potatoes, corn, bouillon and pepper. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 20 minutes or until potatoes are tender. Add cheese and ham; heat until cheese is melted. Stir in bacon.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 418 calories, Fat 28g fat (14g saturated fat), Cholesterol 76mg cholesterol, Sodium 1056mg sodium, Carbohydrate 21g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 19g protein.

CHEESY HAM & CORN CHOWDER



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When the day calls for a warm bowl of chunky soup, we make a big pot of the goods-potatoes, corn, ham and cheese. -Andrea Laidlaw, Shady Side, Maryland

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner     Lunch

Time 8h55m

Yield 12 servings (3-3/4 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 13

1-1/2 pounds potatoes (about 3 medium), peeled and cut into 1/2-inch cubes
4 cups fresh or frozen corn, thawed (about 20 ounces)
4 cups cubed deli ham
2 small onions, chopped
4 celery ribs, chopped
4 garlic cloves, minced
1/4 teaspoon pepper
3 cups chicken broth
2 tablespoons cornstarch
2 cups whole milk
2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
1 cup sour cream
3 tablespoons minced fresh parsley

Steps:

  • Place the first 8 ingredients in a 6-qt. slow cooker. Cook, covered, on low 8-10 hours or until potatoes are tender., In a small bowl, mix cornstarch and milk until smooth; stir into soup. Cook, covered, on high 20-30 minutes or until thickened, stirring occasionally. Add cheese, sour cream and parsley. Stir until cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 291 calories, Fat 14g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 65mg cholesterol, Sodium 974mg sodium, Carbohydrate 23g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 19g protein.

CHEESY HAM AND CORN CHOWDER



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Chowders always bring to mind a picture of a cozy, kicked-back, winter-time family meal; cuddled up around a roaring fireplace with plenty of warm food, good cheer and loving friends. This one is a Sunday night family favorite - easy on the cook (and the cook's pocketbook), yet sure to bring raves from the hubby and kids. Enjoy!

Provided by Geralyn Walters

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Chowders

Time 1h15m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 18

2 (15 ounce) cans chicken broth
½ cup sliced carrots
2 tablespoons chicken bouillon granules
3 bay leaves
½ teaspoon sea salt
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
½ teaspoon ground thyme
½ teaspoon dried marjoram
¼ teaspoon garlic powder
1 cup peeled and diced potatoes
½ cup chopped onion
½ cup sliced celery
3 tablespoons butter
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 ½ cups milk
1 (15 ounce) can cream-style corn
1 (8 ounce) package shredded sharp Cheddar cheese
1 cup diced cooked ham

Steps:

  • Stir chicken broth, carrots, chicken bouillon, bay leaves, sea salt, pepper, thyme, marjoram, and garlic powder together in a Dutch oven; bring to a boil, reduce heat to medium, and cook for 10 minutes. Add potatoes and onion; cook for 10 minutes more. Add celery; cook until all vegetables are fork tender, about 10 minutes more.
  • Melt butter in a saucepan over low heat. Remove from heat and whisk flour into butter until smooth. Return saucepan to medium heat; gradually add milk to butter mixture, whisking constantly, and cook until mixture thickens, 6 to 7 minutes.
  • Stir milk mixture into vegetable mixture; add corn, Cheddar cheese, and ham, reduce heat to low, and simmer until ham is heated through and cheese melts, 10 to 15 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 408.3 calories, Carbohydrate 29.5 g, Cholesterol 75.7 mg, Fat 24.6 g, Fiber 2.5 g, Protein 19.3 g, SaturatedFat 13.9 g, Sodium 2034.2 mg, Sugar 8.2 g

CHEESY POTATO CHOWDER



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This hearty chowder makes a great lunch or dinner. Serve with a green salad and slices of whole grain bread to complete the meal.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Lunch

Time 1h

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 10

6 medium unpeeled red potatoes (2 lb), cut into 1/2-inch cubes
1 carton (32 oz) Progresso™ reduced-sodium chicken broth (4 cups)
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
3 1/2 cups Frozen Broccoli Cuts
1/3 cup Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour
1 cup fat-free (skim) milk
1 brick (8 oz) 2% milk reduced-fat sharp Cheddar cheese, shredded (2 cups)*
1/2 cup fat-free sour cream
4 medium green onions, chopped (1/4 cup)

Steps:

  • In 5-quart Dutch oven, place potatoes; add just enough water to cover. Heat to boiling. Reduce heat; cover and simmer 10 to 15 minutes or until potatoes are very tender. Drain. Reserve 1 cup potatoes; return remaining potatoes to saucepan. In small bowl, mash reserved potatoes with fork; return to saucepan.
  • Stir in broth, salt and pepper. Heat to boiling. Add broccoli. Return to boiling; cook uncovered 4 minutes, stirring occasionally. Reduce heat to medium.
  • In small bowl, stir flour into milk with wire whisk until well mixed. Add milk mixture to potato mixture, stirring constantly. Cook over medium heat, stirring frequently, until mixture thickens and boils. Stir in cheese until melted and smooth. Stir in sour cream and green onions; cook until thoroughly heated.
  • To serve, ladle soup into bowls.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 240, Carbohydrate 32 g, Cholesterol 20 mg, Fiber 4 g, Protein 13 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 710 mg, Sugar 5 g, TransFat 0 g

CHEESY POTATO AND CORN CHOWDER



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Comfort food . . . hot and tasty for those cold winter days.

Provided by Jackay

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Vegetable Soup Recipes     Potato Soup Recipes

Time 55m

Yield 7

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 tablespoons margarine
1 cup chopped celery
1 cup chopped onion
2 (14.5 ounce) cans chicken broth
3 cups peeled and cubed potatoes
1 (15 ounce) can whole kernel corn
1 (4 ounce) can diced green chiles
1 (2.5 ounce) package country style gravy mix
2 cups milk
1 cup shredded Mexican-style processed cheese food

Steps:

  • In large saucepan, melt margarine over medium high heat. Add celery and onion; cook and stir until tender, about 5 minutes.
  • Add chicken broth; bring to a boil. Add potatoes; cook over low heat for 20 to 25 minutes or until potatoes are soft, stirring occasionally.
  • Stir in corn and chiles; return to boiling. Dissolve gravy mix in milk; stir into boiling mixture. Add cheese; cook and stir over low heat until cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 289.3 calories, Carbohydrate 37.8 g, Cholesterol 23.3 mg, Fat 11.8 g, Fiber 4.4 g, Protein 11.3 g, SaturatedFat 5.4 g, Sodium 1020.8 mg, Sugar 11 g

CHEESY, CREAMY POTATO AND HAM CHOWDER



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My family loves hot soups and stews in the cold Kansas winters. A favorite of my family is this creamy and cheesy ham and potato chowder. The veggies thicken the soup so there is no added flour or cornstarch.

Provided by HSingARMYmom

Categories     < 4 Hours

Time 1h30m

Yield 10-12 cups, 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 small onions, rough chopped (or 1 large)
4 carrots, peeled and chopped
3 stalks celery, chopped
8 medium potatoes, peeled and chopped (divided)
2 teaspoons garlic, chopped (optional)
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons butter
2 cups water
1 tablespoon chicken bouillon powder
2 cups ham, chopped into bite sized pieces
1 pint half and half milk (the fat free one works fine)
8 ounces processed cheese, cubed (I use Valveeta)
8 ounces cream cheese (the fat free or reduced fat work great!)
salt and pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • Heat oil and butter in large stockpot, add chopped onion, celery, carrot, garlic and half the potatoes. Add a pinch of salt and pepper. Cook 5 to 10 minutes then add water and bouillon. Cook 20 to 30 minutes - till veggies are VERY tender. Blend or process with the cream cheese till smooth - this is your thickener as there is no flour/cornstarch in the recipe. Pour the blended veggies/stock back into your stockpot.
  • Cook the other half of the potatoes in 2 cups of boiling water in a seperate pan till tender - about 10 minutes - drain when cooked. Add the potatoes, ham, cream and valveeta. Stir, taste for seasonings and heat thru (till cheese melts). We like to serve with a salad and crusty french bread.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 565.9, Fat 32.5, SaturatedFat 18, Cholesterol 97.8, Sodium 1302, Carbohydrate 47.9, Fiber 6, Sugar 6.5, Protein 22.4

CHEESY HAM, POTATO AND CORN CHOWDER



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We have the secret to making the kind of cheesy ham, potato and corn chowder that tastes like you spent all day making it. No need to tell that you didn't!

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Home

Time 35m

Yield 6 servings, 1 cup each

Number Of Ingredients 6

3/4 lb. baking potato es (about 2), peeled, cubed
1 cups cubed ham
1 can (14.75 oz.) corn, undrained
3/4 cup CHEEZ WHIZ Cheese Dip
1/2 cup milk
2 Tbsp. chopped fresh parsley

Steps:

  • Cook potatoes in boiling water in large saucepan 15 to 20 min. or until tender; drain. Return potatoes to pan.
  • Add remaining ingredients; cook 5 to 10 min. or until CHEEZ WHIZ is melted and soup is heated through, stirring frequently.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 240, Fat 10 g, SaturatedFat 2.5 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 20 mg, Sodium 1000 mg, Carbohydrate 26 g, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 8 g, Protein 12 g

Tips:

  • Use high-quality ingredients: Fresh, flavorful ingredients will make your chowder taste its best. Look for good-quality potatoes, ham, and cheese.
  • Don't overcook the potatoes: You want the potatoes to be tender but not mushy. Cook them just until they can be easily pierced with a fork.
  • Use a variety of cheeses: A combination of different cheeses will give your chowder a more complex flavor. Try using a sharp cheddar, a mild cheddar, and a Parmesan cheese.
  • Add some vegetables: Vegetables like carrots, celery, and onions will add flavor and texture to your chowder. You can also add other vegetables, such as corn or peas.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment: There are many different ways to make potato and ham chowder. Feel free to experiment with different ingredients and flavors until you find a combination that you love.

Conclusion:

Cheesy potato and ham chowder is a hearty, comforting soup that is perfect for a cold winter day. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste. With a few simple ingredients, you can create a delicious and satisfying meal that the whole family will enjoy.

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