Best 7 Potato Soup Or Chowder Recipes

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The world of potato soup and chowder is a vast and delicious one, offering a wide array of flavors and textures to tantalize your taste buds. Whether you're in the mood for a creamy and hearty soup or a chunky and flavorful chowder, there's a recipe out there to suit your craving. In this article, we'll explore some of the best recipes for potato soup and chowder, from classic favorites to innovative new creations. We'll provide step-by-step instructions, ingredient lists, and tips for making sure your soup or chowder turns out perfect every time. So get ready to warm up your kitchen and indulge in the comforting goodness of a homemade potato soup or chowder!

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

POTATO CHOWDER



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One of the ladies in our church quilting group brought this savory potato soup to a meeting, and everyone loved how the cream cheese and bacon made it so rich. It's easy to assemble in the morning so it can simmer on its own all day. -Anna Mayer, Fort Branch, Indiana

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner     Lunch

Time 8h15m

Yield 12 servings (3 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 8

8 cups diced potatoes
3 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) chicken broth
1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of chicken soup, undiluted
1/3 cup chopped onion
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, cubed and softened
1/2 pound sliced bacon, cooked and crumbled, optional
Minced chives, optional

Steps:

  • In a 5-qt. slow cooker, combine the first 5 ingredients. Cover and cook on low for 8-10 hours or until potatoes are tender. , Add cream cheese; stir until blended. Garnish with bacon and chives if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 179 calories, Fat 9g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 25mg cholesterol, Sodium 690mg sodium, Carbohydrate 21g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

POTATO CHOWDER



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This is another VERY QUICK and EASY, yet VERY TASTY soup. This recipe was handed down to me by my mother (who would usually rather eat out than cook). My family loves this with a salad and bread. It is comforting on a cold winter day.

Provided by Trisha W

Categories     Chowders

Time 20m

Yield 3-4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 tablespoons butter
1/2 cup shredded carrot
1/2 cup frozen onion
3 cups frozen southern style hash brown potatoes
1 (14 ounce) can chicken broth
1 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
2 cups half-and-half (1 pint carton)

Steps:

  • Melt butter in large sauce pan.
  • Sauté carrots and onion until soft, not brown.
  • Stir in potatoes, broth, salt and pepper.
  • Bring to a boil, simmer 10 minutes or until potatoes are tender.
  • Stir in cream and heat through.
  • Thicken with flour water.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 492.2, Fat 28.4, SaturatedFat 17, Cholesterol 80, Sodium 1406.4, Carbohydrate 49.3, Fiber 4, Sugar 2.8, Protein 12.6

POTATO CHOWDER SOUP II



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After trying the most wonderful potato soup at a local market I tried to come home and duplicate it. It didn't turn out exactly the way I wanted but I found my version better. I got the name Potato Chowder soup because when my husband tried it he thought it tasted like a chowder. Also a can of corn could be added as a quick variation. Very tasty and warms the soul on a dreary damp day.

Provided by CHRISPEG_2000

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Cream Soup Recipes     Cream of Potato Soup Recipes

Time 40m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 10

4 slices bacon, chopped
½ large onion, diced
½ teaspoon celery salt
4 large potatoes, cubed
½ large carrot, diced
5 cups vegetable broth
3 cups milk
½ teaspoon seasoning salt
3 pinches dried dill weed
1 tablespoon ground black pepper

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan over medium heat, cook bacon until crisp. Remove bacon from pan, leaving drippings. Cook onion in drippings until tender. Stir in celery salt, potatoes, carrot and broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer until vegetables are tender, 20 minutes. Stir in milk, seasoning salt, dill and pepper. Heat through and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 280.6 calories, Carbohydrate 42.9 g, Cholesterol 16.8 mg, Fat 8.7 g, Fiber 4.1 g, Protein 8.4 g, SaturatedFat 3.3 g, Sodium 604 mg, Sugar 8.2 g

CORN AND POTATO CHOWDER



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Yield Feeds 6 to 8

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 tablespoon butter
1/4 pound bacon, diced
1 cup chopped onion
3/4 cup chopped green pepper
Kosher salt and black pepper
1 tablespoon minced garlic
2 tablespoons flour
4 cups chicken broth or stock
4 cups peeled, finely diced all-purpose potato
1 1/2 cups shredded carrot
2 cups fresh or frozen corn kernels
1 cup half-and-half
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
Pinch of cayenne pepper
2 tablespoons chopped fresh Italian parsley

Steps:

  • Sling the butter into a soup kettle and melt over medium-high heat. Add the bacon and cook till crisp. Scoop out the bacon and drain on paper towels. Save for later--don't nibble too much.
  • Pour off all but 1/4 cup of fat from the pot. Toss in the onions and peppers, seasoning them with a pinch of salt and pepper. Cook till soft and then throw in the garlic, cooking it all for 1 minute more. Sprinkle on the flour and mix into the veggies. Dump in the broth and potatoes. Cover the pot and bring to a boil; then lower the heat and simmer for 10 to 12 minutes, or till the potatoes are tender. Add the shredded carrots and corn. Cover and simmer everything 5 to 6 minutes longer to blend the flavors.
  • Stir in the half-and-half. Season with the thyme, cayenne, some more salt, and lots of freshly ground black pepper to taste. Sprinkle with parsley and the bacon bits you've been saving. Give it one last stir, and ladle it up piping hot.

POTATO CHOWDER SOUP I



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This is a creamy, cheesy soup that is easy and delicious! Great in bread bowls.

Provided by Thea

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

Time 50m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 cups peeled and diced potatoes
½ cup diced carrots
½ cup diced celery
¼ cup chopped onion
1 teaspoon salt
¼ cup butter
2 cups milk
¼ cup all-purpose flour
2 (15 ounce) cans whole kernel corn, drained
2 ½ cups shredded Cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Place potatoes, carrots, celery, onion and salt in a large pot with water to cover. Bring to a boil, reduce heat and simmer 20 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, combine butter, milk and flour in a small saucepan over medium-low heat. Stir constantly until smooth and thick.
  • Pour milk mixture into cooked vegetables. Stir in corn and cheese until cheese is melted. Serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 359.1 calories, Carbohydrate 34.4 g, Cholesterol 57.2 mg, Fat 19.7 g, Fiber 3.1 g, Protein 14.8 g, SaturatedFat 12.1 g, Sodium 900.8 mg, Sugar 7.2 g

BACON AND POTATO CHOWDER



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Very filling, tasty, and easy to make. For best results, buy a good, very smokey bacon from a butcher shop.

Provided by Kat2355

Categories     Chowders

Time 35m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

6 slices bacon, very smokey local bacon is better
1 cup onion, chopped
1 garlic clove, minced
3 cups potatoes, diced
3 cups water
3 chicken bouillon cubes
3 tablespoons flour
1 (354 ml) can evaporated 2% milk

Steps:

  • Fry bacon until crisp, and chop. Drain and use paper towel to soak up excess fat.
  • In a large pot, sautee onion and garlic with 2 tbsp bacon drippings.
  • Add potatoes, water, bouillon cubes to pot.
  • Heat to boiling, then cover and simmer until potatoes are cooked, then add bacon.
  • Mix flour with a small amount of evaporated milk, making a paste.
  • Gradually stir in remaining milk.
  • Add to potato mixture.
  • Cook over medium heat until mixture comes to a boil and thickens.
  • Stir often to ensure the soup doesn't burn on the bottom of the pot.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 188, Fat 6, SaturatedFat 2, Cholesterol 8.6, Sodium 830.1, Carbohydrate 28.7, Fiber 3.3, Sugar 3.1, Protein 5.3

POTATO SEAFOOD CHOWDER



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Young potatoes -- often called new potatoes -- are a tender, tasty addition to this hearty seafood chowder.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Appetizers

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 1/2 cups water
2 pounds littleneck clams, well scrubbed
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 medium yellow onion, cut into 1/2-inch dice
2 celery stalks, strings removed, sliced 1/8 inch thick
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
1 1/2 pounds Yukon gold potatoes, peeled and cut into 3/4-inch dice
1 dried bay leaf
4 sprigs fresh thyme
1 pound firm white fish, such as cod or red snapper, cut into bite-size pieces
1/2 pound medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 1/2 cups half-and-half
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper

Steps:

  • Place clams and water in a medium saucepan over medium-high heat. Cover, and bring the water to a boil. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the clams have opened, 5 to 8 minutes. Remove clams, discard shells, and pass the broth through a cheesecloth-lined sieve, reserving the broth and clams separately. Set both aside.
  • Melt butter in a medium stockpot over medium heat. Add onion and celery, and cook, stirring frequently, until onion is translucent, about 4 minutes. Add flour, and cook, stirring, for 30 seconds. Add the reserved clam broth and the potatoes, bay leaf, and thyme. Cover, and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low, and simmer until the potatoes are tender, 10 to 12 minutes. Uncover, and add fish and shrimp. Cover, and simmer until cooked through, about 3 minutes. Add half-and-half and the reserved clams; season with salt and pepper. Heat through, but do not return to a boil.

Tips:

  • Use a variety of potatoes. Different types of potatoes have different textures and flavors, so using a mix will give your soup or chowder a more complex flavor and texture.
  • Don't overcook the potatoes. Overcooked potatoes will become mushy and lose their flavor.
  • Use a flavorful broth. The broth is the base of your soup or chowder, so it's important to use a broth that has a lot of flavor.
  • Add vegetables. Vegetables add flavor, texture, and nutrients to your soup or chowder. Some good vegetables to add include carrots, celery, onions, leeks, and corn.
  • Add protein. Protein can be added to your soup or chowder in the form of meat, seafood, or beans.
  • Season to taste. Salt and pepper are essential seasonings for any soup or chowder, but you can also add other seasonings to taste, such as garlic, onion powder, paprika, or cayenne pepper.
  • Serve with a crusty bread or crackers. A crusty bread or crackers are the perfect accompaniment to a bowl of soup or chowder.

Conclusion:

Potato soup and chowder are both delicious and comforting dishes that are perfect for a cold day. There are many different recipes for potato soup and chowder, so you can find one that fits your taste and preferences. With a little creativity, you can easily create a delicious and satisfying potato soup or chowder that your family and friends will love.

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