Description
Ham and Corn Chowder is a comforting, creamy dish perfect for chilly nights and family gatherings. This delicious chowder combines tender chunks of ham with sweet corn, Yukon Gold potatoes, and aromatic garlic, creating a warm, flavorful bowl that feels like a hug. Easy to prepare and delightful to share, it’s sure to become a favorite at your table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups diced ham
- 1 ½ cups fresh corn kernels (or frozen)
- 2 medium Yukon Gold potatoes, diced
- 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream (or half-and-half)
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 tsp fresh thyme (or 1 tsp dried)
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp butter
Instructions
- Dice the ham into bite-sized pieces. Finely chop the onion and mince the garlic. Peel and dice the potatoes.
- In a large pot over medium heat, melt butter. Sauté onions until translucent (about 4-5 minutes).
- Add minced garlic and diced ham; cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until fragrant.
- Stir in diced potatoes, corn kernels, and chicken broth. Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15-20 minutes until potatoes are tender.
- Gradually stir in heavy cream and heat through without boiling.
- Season with salt, black pepper, and thyme before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 55mg