Crock Pot Ham Cauliflower Chowder

Warm, comforting, and packed with flavor, Crock Pot Ham Cauliflower Chowder is the ultimate slow-cooked meal for cozy evenings. This creamy low-carb soup features tender cauliflower florets, savory chunks of cooked ham, and a medley of fresh vegetables like carrots, celery, and onion, all simmered to perfection in a rich chicken broth. Infused with aromatic garlic and thyme and finished with a decadent blend of cream cheese and heavy cream, this chowder strikes the perfect balance between indulgence and satisfaction. With minimal prep time and the ease of a slow cooker, this recipe is a stress-free way to elevate your dinner lineup. Serve it hot, garnished with fresh parsley, and pair it with crusty bread or a crisp side salad for a hearty, flavor-packed meal that will keep everyone coming back for seconds!

Nutriscore Rating: 63/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:300 mins

Total Time:320 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 6 cups Cauliflower florets
• 2 cups Cooked ham
• 2 medium-sized Carrot
• 2 Celery stalks
• 1 medium-sized Yellow onion
• 3 cloves Garlic
• 4 cups Chicken broth
• 1 cup Heavy cream
• 4 ounces Cream cheese
• 2 tablespoons Butter
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoons Dried thyme
• 2 tablespoons Chopped fresh parsley (optional for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Prepare the vegetables: Chop the cauliflower into small florets, dice the cooked ham into bite-sized pieces, peel and dice the carrots, chop the celery and onion, and mince the garlic.

Step 2

In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter and sauté the onions, celery, and carrots for 3-5 minutes until slightly softened. Add the minced garlic and sauté for an additional 30 seconds until fragrant.

Step 3

Transfer the sautéed vegetables to the crock pot.

Step 4

Add the cauliflower florets, diced ham, chicken broth, salt, black pepper, and dried thyme to the crock pot. Stir everything together.

Step 5

Cover the crock pot with the lid and cook on low heat for 4-5 hours, or until the cauliflower is tender.

Step 6

Once the cauliflower is tender, use an immersion blender to blend the soup to your desired consistency. For a chunkier chowder, blend only half the soup. For a smoother chowder, blend it completely.

Step 7

In a small bowl, soften the cream cheese by microwaving it for 20-30 seconds. Mix the softened cream cheese with the heavy cream until smooth, then stir this mixture into the chowder in the crock pot.

Step 8

Cover and continue cooking on low heat for an additional 30-60 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.

Step 9

Taste and adjust seasonings, adding more salt or pepper if needed.

Step 10

Serve the chowder hot, garnished with fresh parsley if desired. Pair it with crusty bread or a side salad for a complete meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2796.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2445.1

Total Fat 168.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 92.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.4g
Cholesterol 706.0mg	0%
Sodium 11688.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 74.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 20.9g	0%
Total Sugars 29.3g
Protein 143.9g	0%

Vitamin D 4.5IU	0%
Calcium 510.9mg	0%
Iron 11.7mg	0%
Potassium 5115.7mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 63.4%

Protein: 24.1%

Carbs: 12.5%