Best 9 Southwestern Ham And Corn Chowder Recipes

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When the cool weather hits, warm up with a hearty and flavorful bowl of southwestern ham and corn chowder. This easy-to-make recipe incorporates the best of both worlds, combining the smokiness of ham with the sweetness of corn and a medley of seasonings. In just a few simple steps, you can create a comforting and satisfying dish that's perfect for a cozy dinner or a casual gathering. Let's delve into the delicious details and explore the journey of creating this southwestern delight.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

HAM AND CORN CHOWDER



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My mother is an excellent cook who rarely follows a recipe exactly. My two sisters and I do the same thing, adding something here, omitting something there. With this soup, I sometimes leave out the bacon and butter, and have used canned corn and creamed corn with good results. We like to eat this soup with big soft hot pretzels instead of crackers. -Sharon Rose Brand, Stayton, Oregon

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 45m

Yield 10-12 servings (3 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 14

8 bacon strips, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 medium onion, finely chopped
1 cup sliced celery
1/2 cup diced green pepper
3 cups cubed peeled potatoes (about 3 medium)
3 cups chicken broth
4 cups whole milk, divided
4 cups fresh or frozen whole kernel corn, divided
2 cups cubed fully cooked ham
2 tablespoons butter
3 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
1 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1/8 teaspoon hot pepper sauce, optional

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, cook bacon until crisp. Remove bacon to paper towel to drain, reserving 1/4 cup drippings in pan. Saute the onion, celery and green pepper in drippings for 5 minutes. Add potatoes and broth. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 10 minutes. , Place 1/2 cup milk and 2 cups corn in a blender; cover and process until pureed. Pour into saucepan. Add ham and remaining corn; simmer for 10 minutes or until vegetables are tender. Stir in the butter, parsley, salt, pepper, pepper sauce if desired and remaining milk; heat through. Garnish with bacon.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 293 calories, Fat 16g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 39mg cholesterol, Sodium 918mg sodium, Carbohydrate 28g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 12g protein.

HAM AND CORN CHOWDER



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This soup is creamy as well as hearty and filling; easy to prepare and budget-friendly. The corn adds a tiny bit of sweetness to the taste. For variety, you could probably add some peas and/or carrots; shredded cheddar for topping upon serving. Add some nice warm bread to accompany the meal. This recipe is courtesy of Taste of Home Magazine, a 2nd place winner in a soup contest.

Provided by TheDancingCook

Categories     Chowders

Time 1h

Yield 2 quarts, 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 celery ribs, diced
1/4 cup onion, diced
2 tablespoons margarine or 2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons flour
3 cups milk
2 cups cooked ham, diced
2 cups potatoes, cooked and diced small
1 1/2 cups frozen corn
1 (14 3/4 ounce) can cream-style corn
1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/8 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Boil water; meanwhile peel and dice potatoes.
  • Boil for about 10-15 minutes (soft but not too mushy).
  • Meanwhile, dice up ham, onion, celery.
  • In a large saucepan, saute the onion and celery in butter until softened.
  • Stir in the flour and stir until well blended, then gradually add milk.
  • Bring to a boil while stirring until thickened, about 2 minutes.
  • Stir in remaining ingredients and bring to a boil.
  • Reduce heat, cover and simmer about 15 minutes or until heated through.

HAM AND CORN CHOWDER



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I came up with this after trying to figure out what to do with some leftover ham bits, and, so far, everyone loves it.

Provided by odycal

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Chowders     Corn Chowder Recipes

Time 1h

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 tablespoon olive oil, or as needed
1 onion, diced
3 red potatoes, quartered, or more to taste
½ cup cubed cooked ham, or to taste
3 cups heavy whipping cream
1 (15 ounce) can creamed corn
1 (12 ounce) package frozen corn kernels
1 cup 2% milk
½ cup water
1 cube chicken bouillon
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon ground ginger
salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat; cook and stir onion until translucent, 5 to 10 minutes. Add potatoes and ham to onion; cook and stir until ham is heated through, about 5 minutes.
  • Mix whipping cream, creamed corn, frozen corn kernels, milk, water, chicken bouillon, garlic powder, onion powder, and ground ginger into onion-potato mixture; cook over medium-high heat until potatoes are softened, 30 to 45 minutes. Season soup with salt and pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 459.1 calories, Carbohydrate 28 g, Cholesterol 129.5 mg, Fat 37.5 g, Fiber 2.3 g, Protein 7.3 g, SaturatedFat 21.8 g, Sodium 473.9 mg, Sugar 5.8 g

CORN AND HAM CHOWDER



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 40m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

6 ears corn, shucked
5 tablespoons unsalted butter
4 sprigs thyme
1 large onion, diced
3 stalks celery, thinly sliced
1 large clove garlic, minced
Kosher salt
1 8-ounce ham steak, diced
2 large russet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes
6 scallions, chopped
2/3 cup heavy cream

Steps:

  • Slice the corn kernels off the cob and reserve the cobs. Heat 4 tablespoons butter in a large pot over high heat. Add the thyme, onion, celery, garlic, 1 teaspoon salt and all but 1/2 cup each corn kernels and ham; cook 1 minute. Add the potatoes, corn cobs and 5 cups water. Cover and cook until the potatoes are very tender, 20 to 25 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, heat the remaining 1 tablespoon butter in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the reserved corn kernels and ham and cook until the ham is browned, about 6 minutes. Add the scallions and cook until softened, about 1 minute.
  • Remove the corn cobs from the soup and discard. Stir in the heavy cream and cook until heated through, about 1 minute. Ladle the soup into bowls and top with the corn-ham mixture.

HEARTY SOUTHWESTERN CORN CHOWDER



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Seasoned with poblano chiles, cumin, and cilantro, this chowder honors corn's Southwestern roots.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Soups, Stews & Stocks     Soup Recipes

Yield Makes about 2 quarts

Number Of Ingredients 16

4 ounces bacon (5 or 6 slices), cut into 1/2-inch pieces
1 medium onion, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
1 large carrot, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
2 celery stalks, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
1 fresh small poblano chile, seeded and cut into 1/4-inch dice
Coarse salt
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
Freshly ground pepper
Pinch of cayenne pepper
1 cup dry white wine
1 pound Yukon gold potatoes, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch cubes
5 cups homemade or low-sodium storebought chicken or vegetable stock
3 cups fresh corn kernels (about 6 ears)
1 cup heavy cream
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro, plus more for garnish
Hot sauce, such as Tabasco (optional)

Steps:

  • Heat a dry large pot over medium heat. Add bacon pieces, and cook, stirring occasionally, until crisp, about 5 minutes. Transfer with a spatula or slotted spoon to paper towels to drain.
  • Add onion to pot; cook until just softened, about 4 minutes. Add carrot, celery, and poblano; cook until vegetables are just tender, about 5 minutes. Stir in 1 teaspoon salt, the cumin, 1/4 teaspoon pepper, and the cayenne. Raise heat to high; add wine. Cook until most liquid has evaporated, 2 to 3 minutes. Add potatoes and stock; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low; gently simmer until all vegetables are tender, about 20 minutes.
  • Stir in corn and cream; cook until corn is tender (do not let cream boil), about 5 minutes more. Stir in cilantro. Season with salt and pepper. Garnish with cilantro and reserved bacon pieces; add hot sauce, if desired.

SKINNY SOUTHWESTERN CORN CHOWDER



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Lend us an ear (of corn that is) and we'll teach you how to create a delicious chowder that will have you chow down and trim down at the same time.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 40m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 10

Nonstick cooking spray
1 cup chopped onion
1 leek, cleaned and chopped
5 cups frozen corn
3 1/2 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth
1 medium red sweet pepper, chopped
1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
3 threads saffron (optional)
Snipped fresh chives and/or ground black pepper (optional)

Steps:

  • Coat a 4- to 5-quart Dutch oven with nonstick cooking spray. Heat over medium heat about 1 minute. Add onion and leek; cook about 5 minutes or until tender, stirring occasionally.
  • Add corn. Cook about 5 minutes or until corn softens, stirring occasionally. Add half of the chicken broth. Heat to boiling; reduce heat. Cover and simmer about 20 minutes or until the corn is very tender. Remove from heat and cool slightly.
  • Transfer half the corn mixture to a blender or food processor; cover and blend or process until smooth. Return the pureed corn mixture to mixture in the Dutch oven.
  • Add the remaining half of the broth, the sweet pepper, 1/8 teaspoon black pepper, cayenne pepper, and, if desired, saffron. Heat through. If desired, garnish with snipped fresh chives and/or additional ground black pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 160, Carbohydrate 32 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fiber 4 g, Protein 6 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 330 mg, Sugar 7 g, TransFat 0 g

SOUTHWESTERN HAM AND CORN CHOWDER



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I created this chowder to help get rid of Thanksgiving leftovers and it has become a staple dinner for my family. It is hearty enough to be eaten as a main dish or an appetizer.

Provided by Nicole Baker Jordan

Categories     Corn Chowder

Time 30m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 tablespoon coconut oil
1 small onion, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon garlic salt
½ teaspoon cayenne pepper, or to taste
½ teaspoon ground cumin
2 cups chicken broth
1 ½ cups cubed cooked ham
1 (7 ounce) can southwest-style corn
1 (15 ounce) can pumpkin puree
1 (13.5 ounce) can coconut milk
salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Heat coconut oil in a stockpot or large saucepan over medium-high heat; cook and stir onion, garlic, paprika, garlic salt, cayenne pepper, and cumin until onion is translucent, about 4 minutes. Add chicken broth, ham, and corn; bring to a boil.
  • Reduce heat to medium-low and stir pumpkin and coconut milk into broth mixture. Simmer soup, stirring occasionally, until heated through, about 10 minutes; season with salt and pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 291.5 calories, Carbohydrate 15.8 g, Cholesterol 20.6 mg, Fat 22.8 g, Fiber 3.9 g, Protein 9.7 g, SaturatedFat 16.5 g, Sodium 1376.7 mg, Sugar 3.2 g

SOUTHWESTERN CORN CHOWDER



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A family friend gave me this spicy chowder recipe years ago. We usually take a batch along when we go camping. It's a fast filling meal that satisfies all appetites.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 45m

Yield 7 servings (about 2 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 13

4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves, cut into 3/4-inch cubes
1 medium onion, cut into thin wedges
1 tablespoon canola oil
2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) chicken broth
1 package (10 ounces) frozen corn
3/4 cup picante sauce
2 teaspoons ground cumin
1/2 cup chopped sweet red pepper
1/2 cup chopped green pepper
2 tablespoons minced fresh cilantro
2 tablespoons cornstarch
2 tablespoons water
Shredded Monterey Jack cheese, optional

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, cook chicken and onion in oil until chicken is no longer pink. Stir in the broth, corn and picante sauce and cumin. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 15 minutes. Stir in peppers and cilantro. , Combine cornstarch and water until smooth; gradually stir into soup. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until slightly thickened. Spoon into bowls; top with cheese if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 164 calories, Fat 4g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 36mg cholesterol, Sodium 611mg sodium, Carbohydrate 16g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 16g protein.

SOUTHWESTERN HAM AND CHEDDAR CHOWDER



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If ham chowders are usually too sweet for you, give this one a shot. I suggest using plenty of hot sauce for a really nice kick.

Provided by Cluich

Categories     Chowders

Time 45m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 16

3/4 cup onion, diced
3/4 cup celery, diced
4 jalapeno peppers, seeded and diced
4 ounces butter
1/4 cup flour
2 quarts chicken broth
1 lb cheddar cheese, grated
1 cup heavy cream
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 tablespoon dry mustard
1/2 cup beer, preferrably dark (drink whatever's leftover)
1 1/2 ounces parmesan cheese, grated
8 ounces ham, cooked and diced
3/4 cup scallion, finely chopped
salt and pepper, to taste
hot sauce, to taste (such as Tabasco)

Steps:

  • Saute onion, celery, and jalapenos in butter until tender. Add the flour slowly and stir frequently for about 5-6 minutes. Add the chicken broth and simmer for about 25 minutes.
  • Remove from the heat and stir in the Cheddar cheese, just a little at a time, until smooth. Add the cream, Worcestershire sauce, dry mustard, beer, and Parmesan cheese. Stir until well blended, then add the ham and scallions. Season with salt, pepper, and hot sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1154.2, Fat 92.7, SaturatedFat 56, Cholesterol 300.4, Sodium 3501, Carbohydrate 20, Fiber 2.2, Sugar 5.3, Protein 58.7

Tips for Making Southwestern Ham and Corn Chowder:

  • Use fresh ingredients whenever possible. Fresh vegetables, herbs, and spices will give your chowder the best flavor.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment with different ingredients. There are many ways to make this chowder, so feel free to add or omit ingredients to suit your own taste.
  • If you don't have any ham on hand, you can substitute cooked chicken or turkey.
  • If you want a thicker chowder, you can add a cornstarch slurry. Just whisk together 1 tablespoon of cornstarch and 1 tablespoon of water until smooth, then stir it into the simmering chowder.
  • Serve the chowder with a side of cornbread or crackers.

Conclusion:

Southwestern ham and corn chowder is a delicious and easy-to-make soup that is perfect for a cold winter day. It is also a great way to use up leftover ham. With its smoky ham, sweet corn, and creamy broth, this chowder is sure to please everyone at your table.

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