creamy chicken, corn and ham chowder
This hearty chowder is sure to warm you up when it's chilly outside. In a hurry? No problem! You likely have the ingredients on hand in your pantry. Add some crispy crumbled bacon and some sharp cheddar cheese. What are you waiting for? Disclaimer: I have always used recipes as a guide and use my instincts and experience to alter or omit ingredients as I cook. Therefore, it has always been a challenge when sharing recipes with others. I doubt I make dishes the same way twice. So, I advise you to use my recipes the same way. Trust your experience and adjust to your personal taste~Roby
Blue Ribbon Recipe
This hearty chowder will definitely warm you up on a cold day. It's creamy with a lovely smokey flavor from the ham. There's a pop of sweetness thanks to the corn. The potatoes are tender and the chicken remains very moist in the broth. Seasoned perfectly, this is a fantastic cool weather meal.
Ingredients
- 1 cup chopped onion
- 6 cloves minced garlic
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 1/2 cups cooked ham, cubed (I shredded deli ham slices)
- 3 cups chicken stock
- 1 1/2 cups water
- 1 teaspoon chicken bouillon granules
- 4 cups red or yukon potatoes, cubed
- 4 cups frozen corn
- 1 3/4 teaspoons dried thyme
- 1 1/4 teaspoons poultry seasoning
- 1 1/4 teaspoons sea salt
- 1/2 teaspoon pepper
- 2 1/2 cups cooked chicken breast, cubed
- 2 1/2 cans evaporated milk, 12 oz each (fat-free if desired)
- 1 3/4 cups milk, divided (low fat if desired)
- 1/2 cup Wondra flour (all-purpose may be used)
How To Make creamy chicken, corn and ham chowder
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Step 1In a large saucepan, saute the onion and garlic in oil until onion is tender. -
Step 2Add ham; cook and stir for 2 minutes.
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Step 3Stir in the stock, water, potatoes, corn, bouillon, thyme, poultry seasoning, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 15 minutes or until potatoes are tender.
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Step 4Add chicken; heat through. Stir in the evaporated milk and 1 1/4 cups milk; bring to a boil.
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Step 5Combine Wondra and remaining milk until smooth; gradually stir into soup.
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Step 6Cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened.
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Step 7Top with crisp crumbled bacon and your favorite cheddar cheese. Enjoy!
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