Italian Cheese Chowder

Warm up with a comforting bowl of Italian Cheese Chowder, a rich and hearty fusion of classic Italian flavors and creamy, velvety goodness. This recipe combines a medley of fresh vegetables—like onions, carrots, celery, and tender russet potatoes—simmered to perfection in a luxurious broth enriched with heavy cream and Italian seasoning. The real highlight is the trio of cheeses—mozzarella, Parmesan, and sharp provolone—that melt into the chowder for an irresistibly indulgent texture and bold flavor. Garnished with fresh parsley and served with crusty bread, this 30-minute dish is the perfect family-friendly dinner or cozy lunch. Packed with comforting ingredients, this cheesy chowder is your go-to recipe for satisfying Italian-inspired comfort food.

Nutriscore Rating: 61/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 medium yellow onion, diced
• 1 large carrot, peeled and diced
• 2 celery stalks, diced
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 0.25 cup all-purpose flour
• 4 cups chicken broth
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1 large russet potato, peeled and diced
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• 1 cup part-skim mozzarella cheese, shredded
• 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
• 0.5 cup sharp provolone cheese, shredded
• 0 to taste salt
• 0 to taste black pepper
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
• 0 crusty bread (optional, for serving)

Directions

Step 1

In a large pot, heat the butter and olive oil over medium heat until the butter is melted.

Step 2

Add the diced onion, carrot, and celery to the pot. Sauté for 5-7 minutes, or until the vegetables are softened.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes, until fragrant.

Step 4

Sprinkle the flour over the vegetables and stir well to coat. Cook for 2 minutes, stirring constantly.

Step 5

Gradually pour in the chicken broth while stirring to prevent lumps from forming.

Step 6

Add the heavy cream, diced potato, and Italian seasoning to the pot. Bring to a gentle simmer over medium heat.

Step 7

Reduce the heat to low, cover, and cook for 15 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender.

Step 8

Remove the lid and stir in the mozzarella, Parmesan, and provolone cheeses. Stir until the cheeses are fully melted and incorporated into the chowder.

Step 9

Season with salt and black pepper to taste.

Step 10

Ladle the chowder into bowls and garnish with chopped fresh parsley.

Step 11

Serve immediately with crusty bread on the side, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2302.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2606.4

Total Fat 181.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 102.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g
Cholesterol 483mg	0%
Sodium 7125.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 145.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 15.7g	0%
Total Sugars 23.6g
Protein 89.9g	0%

Vitamin D 12IU	0%
Calcium 1979.7mg	0%
Iron 10.7mg	0%
Potassium 3409.6mg	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: 14.0%

Carbs: 22.6%