Best 11 Cheesy Potato Chowder Recipes

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Indulge in a symphony of flavors with our delectable Cheesy Potato Chowder, a culinary masterpiece that seamlessly blends creamy comfort with hearty satisfaction. This classic chowder is elevated with the addition of three types of cheese, each contributing its unique charm. Sharp cheddar provides a bold and nutty foundation, while creamy Havarti lends a velvety smoothness. The secret ingredient, Gruyère, adds a touch of sophistication with its nutty, caramel-like notes.

Complementing the trifecta of cheeses are tender potatoes, which melt in your mouth with every bite. Celery, carrots, and onions form a flavorful mirepoix, adding depth and texture to the chowder. Savor the subtle hint of garlic and thyme, which dance harmoniously on your palate.

For those seeking a vegetarian delight, the Vegetarian Cheesy Potato Chowder is a symphony of vegetables, featuring tender potatoes, carrots, celery, and corn, all enveloped in a creamy, cheesy broth.

If you're craving a chowder with a smoky twist, the Smoked Sausage Cheesy Potato Chowder is your perfect match. Succulent smoked sausage adds a hearty and savory dimension, while the addition of corn and bell peppers infuses each spoonful with vibrant colors and flavors.

And for those who love the taste of the sea, the Cheesy Potato Chowder with Shrimp and Corn is a delightful treat. Plump shrimp and sweet corn mingle harmoniously in a creamy broth, creating a seafood chowder that is both comforting and elegant.

No matter which recipe you choose, our Cheesy Potato Chowder is sure to warm your soul and leave you craving more. So gather your ingredients, prepare your taste buds, and embark on a culinary journey that will redefine your perception of comfort food.

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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 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 CHOWDER



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This chowder was invented by my niece, who took a basic potato soup recipe and added some of her own ingredients. The results were "souperb"! I was a cook at the time, and I tried her recipe at work. It was the hit of the season!

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 10-12 servings (3 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 9

8 to 12 medium potatoes, peeled and cubed
3 carrots, diced
2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) chicken broth
1 pound process cheese (Velveeta), cubed
1 teaspoon dill weed
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/2 pound bacon, cooked and crumbled, divided
3 cups milk

Steps:

  • In a large kettle, cook potatoes and carrots in chicken broth until tender, about 10 minutes. Add the cheese, dill weed, salt and pepper. Cook and stir until cheese is melted. Add bacon, reserving 1/2 cup, and milk. Heat through. Top individual bowls with reserved bacon.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 347 calories, Fat 15g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 46mg cholesterol, Sodium 1283mg sodium, Carbohydrate 33g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 20g protein.

CHEESY POTATO AND CORN CHOWDER



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Found this one on Allrecipes.com I am looking forward to trying it-sounds yummy! Could add some chicken to add to the recipe.

Provided by Mrs. Flick

Categories     Chowders

Time 55m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 tablespoons margarine
1 cup chopped celery
1 cup chopped onion
2 (14 1/2 ounce) cans chicken broth
3 cups peeled and cubed potatoes
1 (15 ounce) can whole kernel corn
1 (4 ounce) can diced green chilies
1 (2 1/2 ounce) package country gravy mix
2 cups milk
1 cup shredded Velveeta Mexican cheese (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.

CHEESY MASHED POTATO CHICKEN CHOWDER



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Betty Crocker® Ultimate potatoes and other convenient ingredients help you get this dinner on the table in 20 minutes!

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 20m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 cups Progresso™ reduced-sodium chicken broth (from 32-oz carton)
1 can (15.25 oz) whole kernel sweet corn, undrained
2 cups chopped deli rotisserie chicken
1 medium red bell pepper, chopped
2 medium green onions, sliced with tops (1/4 cup)
2 tablespoons butter or margarine
2 cups milk
1 box (4.9 oz) Betty Crocker™ Ultimate Cheddar mashed potatoes

Steps:

  • In 3-quart saucepan over medium high heat, heat chicken broth, corn, chicken, bell pepper, green onions and butter to boiling. Cover; reduce heat. Simmer 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until bell pepper is crisp-tender.
  • Stir in milk and 1 pouch Cheese Sauce pouch until sauce is melted and thoroughly heated. Remove from heat; stir in 1 potato pouch until blended. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 290, Carbohydrate 27 g, Cholesterol 60 mg, Fat 1 1/2, Fiber 2 g, Protein 19 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 860 mg, Sugar 8 g, TransFat 0 g

CHEESY CHICKEN, POTATO AND BROCCOLI CHOWDER



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This so easy and sooooo wonderful. It's quick and easy to prepare -- and the entire family will love it. It's a great way to get the kids eating those veggies that they often snub their nose at. Just prepare some hot bread and it's a meal!

Provided by Bobbie

Categories     Chowders

Time 1h20m

Yield 4-5 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

1/2 cup butter
1 (10 ounce) package frozen chopped broccoli
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 large potato, cubed
3 -4 green onions, chopped
8 cups water
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
3 chicken bouillon cubes
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast, cut into bite size pieces
1 cup light cream
3 cups shredded cheddar cheese
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
1 cup sour cream

Steps:

  • In large pot or Dutch Oven, melt butter over med. heat. Mix in flour, stirring constantly until a thick paste forms. Remove from pot, and set aside.
  • In same pot, combine water, bouillon cubes, chicken, broccoli, potato, green onions, salt and pepper. Bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce heat to medium low, and simmer for 45 minutes.
  • Stir in flour mixture a little bit at a time until soup thickens. Simmer 5 minutes. Reduce heat and stir in cream and sour cream. Mix in cheese, one cup at a time and stir until melted.
  • * 2 heads fresh broccoli, cut into florets can be used instead of the frozen broccoli.
  • Note: You can easily omit the chicken - it won't be missed. But add another potato in its place.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1210.1, Fat 83.5, SaturatedFat 51.4, Cholesterol 303.2, Sodium 2457.9, Carbohydrate 51.4, Fiber 5.4, Sugar 3.5, Protein 65

CHEESY POTATO-CORN CHOWDER



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From the BJ's Wholesale Club newsletter. "Soup lovers will adore this cheesy take on classic New England chowder. It's so rich and delicious, you'll want to make extra so you can serve it for supper on a chilly winter evening."

Provided by momofMandM

Categories     Chowders

Time 1h

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

7 medium yukon gold potatoes, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
1 (32 ounce) carton chicken broth
1 tablespoon garlic, roasted
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
1/3 cup all-purpose flour
1 cup milk
2 cups cracker barrel extra-sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
14 ounces whole kernel corn, drained
4 scallions, finely chopped

Steps:

  • In 5- quart Dutch oven, place potatoes; add just enough water to cover. Heat to boiling. Reduce heat; cover and simmer 10-15 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, garlic, salt and pepper. Heat to boiling. Reduce heat to medium; cook uncovered 2 minutes.
  • 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 and corn until cheese is melted.
  • To serve, ladle chowder into bowls; top with scallions.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 226.9, Fat 9, SaturatedFat 5.3, Cholesterol 25.9, Sodium 613.3, Carbohydrate 27.2, Fiber 2.4, Sugar 2, Protein 10.7

CHEESY ITALIAN SAUSAGE POTATO CHOWDER



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This is the bomb. I added a bunch of spinach to it, and it just added to the flavor. I used whole milk and didn't bother peeling my potatoes. Yum. Serving size is estimated.

Provided by AmyZoe

Categories     < 60 Mins

Time 40m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/2 cup diced yellow onion
1 lb loose mild Italian sausage
1/2 teaspoon extra virgin olive oil
4 cups peeled and diced potatoes
3 cups chicken stock or 3 cups chicken broth
1 cup diced celery
1 cup heavy cream or 1 cup milk
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • In a pan, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
  • When hot, add the onions. Saute until translucent and add the Italian sausage. Break apart the sausage with a spoon and stir occasionally. When the sausage is brown remove from heat.
  • In a soup pan, combine the potatoes, chicken stock, and celery. Over medium-high heat, bring to a boil.
  • Reduce heat to medium and simmer for 20 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender.
  • Use a slotted spoon to transfer the cooked sausage and onions to the soup pot. Add the cream and cheddar cheese, stirring until all ingredients are combined and warm again. Serve with additional cheddar cheese and green onions sprinkled on top.

CHEESY POTATO AND HAM CHOWDER



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What a wonderful soup to have on a cold winter day! Comfort food at it's best, this rich creamy soup is filled with chunks of potato, ham, cheese and hard cooked eggs. I've also made it using smoked sausage or bacon instead of ham. Either way, it's a very satisfying soup that my family loves. (Please note: the cook time...

Provided by Susan Bickta

Categories     Cream Soups

Time 2h5m

Number Of Ingredients 16

4 Tbsp butter
3 Tbsp vegetable oil
1 medium onion, diced
2 stalk(s) celery, thinly sliced
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp fresh ground black pepper
1/3 c all purpose flour
1/2 c whole milk
1 qt whole milk
1 qt half and half
4 envelopes ham flavoring concentrate (from a 1.41 ounce box)
4 large russett potatoes, baked, peeled and roughly smashed
1/2 lb cooked ham, cubed (bite size pieces)
1 c cheddar cheese, shredded
4 large eggs, hard cooked and chopped
2 tsp dried parsley flakes

Steps:

  • 1. Place a 5 quart Dutch oven over medium high heat. Add the butter, oil, onion, celery, salt and pepper. Cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring often, until vegetables just start to soften.
  • 2. Meanwhile, in a small bowl, whisk together the flour and the 1/2 cup of milk. Mix well to break up any lumps. Set aside.
  • 3. Add the remaining milk and half & half to the Dutch oven. Mix well and heat thru, stirring often. Add the flour mixture and cook over medium high heat until thickened, stirring often to avoid sticking and burning.
  • 4. Add the ham flavoring, potatoes, ham, cheese, eggs and parsley flakes. Mix well.
  • 5. Bring to a simmer and cook an additional 6-7 minutes, stirring often, to heat through.
  • 6. Serve garnished with shredded cheese and/or dried parsley flakes.

CHEESY POTATO CORN CHOWDER



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I have always loved potato soup and this is just another way to enjoy it. This delicious, filling dish is great on a cold wintery day. It is great served in individual bread bowls and topped with a dollop of sour cream, sprinkled with shredded cheese and chopped green onions or chives. Such a comfort food when you need something...

Provided by Jeanne Benavidez

Categories     Other Soups

Time 1h

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 lb ground beef
salt and pepper to season beef
1 medium onion, chopped
2 stalk(s) (ribs) celery, chopped
1 green or red bell pepper, seeded and chopped
1 tsp dried basil
1 tsp dried parsley flakes
1 - 2 clove garlic, minced
5 Tbsp butter, divided
4 c chicken broth
2 - 3 large potatoes, diced (peeled or unpeeled, your choice)
1 pkg (16 oz) frozen whole kernel corn, thawed
3 Tbsp all purpose flour
2 c processed cheese (velveeta) cubed
1 1/2 c milk
1 tsp salt
1 tsp black pepper

Steps:

  • 1. In a medium-sized, non-stick skillet, brown the beef seasoned with salt and pepper, drain and set aside.
  • 2. In a 3-quart soup pot, sauté the onion, celery, bell pepper, basil, parsley and garlic in 2 tablespoon butter until vegetables are tender, about 10 minutes.
  • 3. Add the chicken broth, potatoes, browned ground beef and corn to the soup pot. Add more chicken broth or water to cover the vegetables if necessary. Bring to a boil, reduce heat and cover. Simmer for 12-15 minutes or until potatoes are fork tender.
  • 4. Meanwhile, in the non-stick skillet, melt the remaining butter. Add the flour, stir and cook for 3-5 minutes until bubbly. This will help thicken the soup stock.
  • 5. Add butter-flour mixture to the soup pot, stir well and bring to a boil. Cook and stir for 2-3 minutes.
  • 6. Reduce the heat to low and stir in the cheese, milk, salt and pepper, stirring until cheese melts.
  • 7. Remove from the heat and serve immediately. Great served in a nice bread bowl and garnished with sour cream, chopped green onions or chives.

EASY CHEESY POTATO CHOWDER



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Leftover chicken or turkey never had it so good! You can quickly turn it into this hearty and quick cheesy chowder.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 30m

Yield 5

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 package Chicken Helper™ chicken & potatoes au gratin
1 can (11 ounces) whole kernel corn with red and green peppers, undrained
2 cups water
3 cups milk
2 cups cut-up cooked chicken or turkey (10 ounces)
1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese (4 ounces)

Steps:

  • Heat uncooked Potatoes, Sauce Mix, corn, water, milk and chicken to boiling in Dutch oven, stirring constantly; reduce heat.
  • Cover and simmer 15 minutes, stirring occasionally
  • Stir in cheese; sprinkle with Topping.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 420, Carbohydrate 42 g, Cholesterol 80 mg, Fat 2, Fiber 2 g, Protein 31 g, SaturatedFat 8 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 1150 mg

Tips:

  • Use a variety of potatoes. This will give your chowder a more complex flavor and texture. Yukon Gold and Russet potatoes are both good choices.
  • Don't overcook the potatoes. You want them to be tender, but not mushy. About 15 minutes of simmering is usually enough.
  • Use a good quality cheese. This will make a big difference in the flavor of your chowder. Sharp cheddar is a classic choice, but you can also use other cheeses, such as Monterey Jack or Gruyère.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment with different vegetables. You can add almost any kind of vegetable to your chowder, such as carrots, celery, onions, leeks, or corn. Just be sure to cook them until they are tender.
  • Season your chowder to taste. Salt, pepper, and garlic powder are all good choices. You can also add other spices, such as paprika, cumin, or cayenne pepper.
  • Serve your chowder hot with a side of crusty bread or crackers. You can also top it with shredded cheese, crumbled bacon, or chopped green onions.

Conclusion:

Cheesy potato chowder is a classic comfort food that is perfect for a cold day. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste. So next time you are looking for a warm and satisfying meal, give this recipe a try.

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