Best 7 Veggie Chowder Recipes

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Veggie chowder is a hearty and flavorful soup made with a variety of vegetables and often includes a creamy or broth-based sauce. It's a versatile dish that can be customized to your liking, making it a popular choice for vegetarians and non-vegetarians alike. With its colorful array of vegetables, veggie chowder is not only delicious but also visually appealing, making it a perfect dish to serve at gatherings or as a cozy meal on a cold day.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

VEGGIE CHOWDER



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Packed with potatoes, carrots and corn, this soup is a great healthy dinner choice. It's not too heavy, so it also makes a nice light partner for a sandwich. -Vicki Kerr, Portland, Maine

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 7 servings (1-3/4 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 cups cubed peeled potatoes
2 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth
1 cup chopped carrots
1/2 cup chopped onion
1 can (14-3/4 ounces) cream-style corn
1 can (12 ounces) fat-free evaporated milk
3/4 cup shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese
1/2 cup sliced fresh mushrooms
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 tablespoons bacon bits

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, combine potatoes, broth, carrots and onion; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, 10-15 minutes or until vegetables are tender., Add corn, milk, cheese, mushrooms and pepper; cook and stir 4-6 minutes longer or until heated through. Sprinkle with bacon bits.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 191 calories, Fat 5g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 15mg cholesterol, Sodium 505mg sodium, Carbohydrate 29g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 11g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

VEGGIE SALMON CHOWDER



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This salmon chowder recipe came about as a way to use up odds and ends in my fridge. I thought other readers might enjoy a soup that began as an experiment but became a mainstay for me. -Liv Vors, Peterborough, Ontario

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 medium sweet potato, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch cubes
1 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth
1/2 cup fresh or frozen corn
1/2 small onion, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
1-1/2 cups fresh spinach, torn
1/2 cup flaked smoked salmon fillet
1 teaspoon pickled jalapeno slices, chopped
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1/2 cup 2% milk
1 tablespoon minced fresh cilantro
Dash pepper

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, combine the first 5 ingredients; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, until potato is tender, 8-10 minutes., Stir in spinach, salmon and jalapeno; cook until spinach is wilted, 1-2 minutes. In a small bowl, mix cornstarch and milk until smooth; stir into soup. Bring to a boil; cook and stir until thickened, about 2 minutes. Stir in cilantro and pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 202 calories, Fat 3g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 12mg cholesterol, Sodium 645mg sodium, Carbohydrate 32g carbohydrate (11g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 13g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

MUSHROOM VEGGIE CHOWDER



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This rich buttery broth is loaded with mushrooms, broccoli and corn. I made it for "Souper Sunday" at our church, and it sure didn't last long! -Edward Reis, Phoenix, Arizona

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 40m

Yield 50 servings (12-1/2 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 11

4 pounds fresh mushrooms, sliced
4 large onions, chopped
1-1/2 cups butter, cubed
1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
3 to 4 tablespoons salt
2 to 2-1/2 teaspoons pepper
3 quarts milk
4 cartons (32 ounces each) chicken broth
2 packages (24 ounces each) frozen broccoli cuts, thawed
3 packages (8 ounces each) frozen corn, thawed
8 cups (32 ounces) shredded cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • In three or four soup kettles, saute the mushrooms and onions in butter until tender. Combine the flour, salt and pepper; stir into mushroom mixture until well blended. Gradually stir in milk. Cook and stir until mixture comes to a boil; cook 2 minutes longer or until thickened and bubbly. , Stir in the broth, broccoli and corn; heat through. Just before serving, stir in cheese until melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 185 calories, Fat 13g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 42mg cholesterol, Sodium 697mg sodium, Carbohydrate 10g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 8g protein.

BACON VEGGIE CHOWDER



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When the weather gets chilly, we enjoy comfort foods like this hearty chowder. It's easy to prepare, and the aroma of it as it simmers makes my mouth water. -Sheena Hoffman, North Vancouver, British Columbia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 45m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

4 bacon strips, diced
1/2 cup chopped onion
2 medium red potatoes, cubed
2 small carrots, halved lengthwise and thinly sliced
1 cup water
1-1/2 teaspoons chicken bouillon granules
2 cups whole milk
1-1/3 cups frozen corn
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1/4 cup cold water
1-1/4 cups shredded cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp. Remove to paper towels with a slotted spoon; drain, reserving 2 teaspoons drippings. , Saute onion in drippings until tender. Add the potatoes, carrots, water and bouillon. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 15-20 minutes or until the vegetables are almost tender., Stir in the milk, corn and pepper. Cook 5 minutes longer. Combine flour and cold water until smooth; gradually stir into soup. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 1-2 minutes or until thickened. Remove from the heat; stir in cheese until melted. Sprinkle with bacon.

Nutrition Facts :

CHUNKY VEGGIE CHOWDER



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"We enjoy this colorful chowder year-round," writes Diane Molberg of Emerald Park, Saskatchewan. The light but flavorful soup is chock-full of vegetables and pleasantly seasoned with thyme.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 45m

Yield 8 servings (2 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 medium onions, finely chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 tablespoons butter
3 medium carrots, chopped
2 celery ribs, sliced
2 medium potatoes, cubed
1 small zucchini, cubed
2 cans (10-1/2 ounces each) condensed chicken broth, undiluted
1/4 cup minced fresh parsley
3/4 teaspoon dried thyme
1 cup frozen peas
1 cup frozen corn
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
3 cups milk
Salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan or soup kettle, saute onions and garlic in butter until tender. Add the carrots, celery, potatoes, zucchini, broth, parsley and thyme. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer until vegetables are tender, about 20 minutes. Stir in peas and corn. , In a large bowl, combine the flour, milk, salt if desired and pepper until smooth; gradually add to soup. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 188 calories, Fat 4g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 10mg cholesterol, Sodium 353mg sodium, Carbohydrate 31g carbohydrate (11g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 9g protein.

ANN'S VEGGIE CHOWDER



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This can be as fancy or plain as you want to make it, thick or thin as you want, too. Served with fruit and bread or crackers and cheese, it makes a great soup to serve company or just your family.

Provided by Countrymom

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Chowders

Time 42m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 (12 ounce) bag broccoli florets
5 baking potatoes, peeled and diced
1 quart chicken broth
1 onion, diced
1 clove garlic, minced
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, at room temperature
¼ cup milk
¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Place a steamer insert into a saucepan and fill with water to just below the bottom of the steamer. Bring water to a boil. Add broccoli, cover, and steam until just tender, 2 to 4 minutes.
  • Combine potatoes, chicken broth, onion, and garlic in a pot over medium heat. Simmer until softened, 20 to 30 minutes. Mash about half the potatoes in the broth. Combine cream cheese and milk in a bowl; stir into the broth until incorporated. Reduce heat to low. Add Parmesan cheese gradually, stirring until melted after each addition. Add cooked broccoli.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 323.8 calories, Carbohydrate 38.9 g, Cholesterol 48.1 mg, Fat 14.9 g, Fiber 5.7 g, Protein 10.5 g, SaturatedFat 9 g, Sodium 835.9 mg, Sugar 4.4 g

CHICKEN & VEGGIE AU GRATIN CHOWDER



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Soup day for sure. Cleaning the pantry and frige. Sometimes You come up with the best meals this way! Enjoy my leftovers, semi-homemade chowder!

Provided by Lisa G. Sweet Pantry Gal

Categories     Chowders

Number Of Ingredients 14

2-3 chicken breast
4 c chicken stock
1 medium chopped onion
2 minced garlic cloves
2 celery stalks
3 cut carrots
3 c veggies of choice (leftovers or canned)
1 box au gratin potatoes (or leftover)
3 c water
1/4 c heavy cream or milk
celery salt, s&p to taste
GARNISH
chopped celery leaves
chopped fresh parsley

Steps:

  • 1. In large saute pan, cook (seasoned with S&P)chicken breast for 4 min each side, add onions and garlic for 2 min. stirring. Add chopped carrots and celery with tablespoon butter and saute for 3min.
  • 2. Add chicken stock and 2 cups water, bring to boil and simmer for 2 hours. Stir and break up chicken, add box of potatoes and cup and a half water, bring back to boil for 5 min.
  • 3. Lower heat to med. Add veggies of choice continue to cook for another 10min. Lower to simmer add cream and seasonings and cover for 5min. Soup will thicken, if need be add more chicken stock. Chop and add celery and parsley leaves.

Tips:

  • Use a variety of vegetables. This will give your chowder a more complex flavor and texture. Some good options include potatoes, carrots, celery, onion, corn, and peas.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment with different flavors. You can add herbs, spices, and other seasonings to your chowder to create a unique flavor profile. Some good options include garlic, thyme, rosemary, paprika, and cayenne pepper.
  • Make sure your chowder is thick and creamy. This will give it a satisfying texture. You can thicken your chowder with flour, cornstarch, or potato starch. You can also add cream or milk to make it more creamy.
  • Serve your chowder with a side of bread or crackers. This will help to soak up the broth and make the meal more filling.

Conclusion:

Veggie chowder is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. It's a great way to use up leftover vegetables, and it's also a healthy and affordable meal. With a little planning and effort, you can easily make a veggie chowder that your family and friends will love.

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