Quick and Easy Ham Vegetable Chowder

Warm up with a comforting bowl of Quick and Easy Ham Vegetable Chowder, a creamy, hearty soup that’s ready in just 40 minutes. This one-pot wonder combines tender chunks of ham, vibrant vegetables like carrots, celery, and sweet corn, and perfectly simmered potatoes in a rich, velvety broth made with milk and heavy cream. Seasoned with aromatic garlic, thyme, and a touch of parsley, this chowder is bursting with cozy, homemade flavors. Ideal for busy weeknights or as a crowd-pleasing family dinner, this recipe is simple, satisfying, and perfect for using up leftover ham. Serve it with fresh bread or crackers for a complete meal that’s as delicious as it is easy to make!

Nutriscore Rating: 66/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1 medium yellow onion, diced
• 2 celery stalks, diced
• 2 carrots, peeled and diced
• 2 medium russet potatoes, peeled and diced into 1/2-inch cubes
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 cups cooked ham, diced
• 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 4 cups chicken broth
• 2 cups milk
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1 cup frozen corn kernels
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoons dried thyme
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

In a large pot or Dutch oven, melt the butter over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the diced onion, celery, and carrots to the pot. Cook for 4-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables begin to soften.

Step 3

Add the garlic and cook for another 30 seconds until fragrant.

Step 4

Stir in the diced ham and cook for 2 minutes, allowing it to warm through.

Step 5

Sprinkle the flour over the mixture and stir continuously for 1-2 minutes to cook out the raw flour taste.

Step 6

Gradually pour in the chicken broth while stirring to avoid lumps, then add the diced potatoes. Bring the mixture to a gentle boil.

Step 7

Reduce the heat to medium-low, cover the pot, and let it simmer for 10-12 minutes or until the potatoes are tender when pierced with a fork.

Step 8

Stir in the milk, heavy cream, and frozen corn, then season with salt, pepper, and thyme.

Step 9

Allow the chowder to simmer gently for another 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it thickens slightly and all the ingredients are heated through.

Step 10

Taste and adjust the seasoning if needed.

Step 11

Serve the chowder hot, garnished with fresh parsley if desired. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2895.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2064.6

Total Fat 118.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 68.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.3g
Cholesterol 345.9mg	0%
Sodium 5203.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 195.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 23.2g	0%
Total Sugars 59.2g
Protein 52.0g	0%

Vitamin D 214.7IU	0%
Calcium 964.6mg	0%
Iron 9.5mg	0%
Potassium 5342.0mg	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: 51.9%

Protein: 10.1%

Carbs: 38.0%