Description
Potato Bacon Chowder is the ultimate comfort food, combining creamy potatoes and crispy bacon in a hearty, warming soup. This rich and satisfying dish is perfect for chilly evenings or family gatherings, transforming simple ingredients into a delightful meal that will leave everyone asking for seconds. With its luscious texture and savory flavors, this chowder promises to wrap you in a cozy embrace with every spoonful.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 slices thick-cut bacon
- 4 medium russet potatoes, peeled and diced (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, cook bacon until crispy. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels, leaving about 2 tablespoons of drippings in the pot.
- Sauté diced onions and minced garlic in the drippings until translucent (about 2 minutes).
- Add diced potatoes and thyme; stir to combine for about a minute.
- Pour in chicken broth, bring to a boil, then reduce to simmer for 15-20 minutes or until potatoes are fork-tender.
- Slowly stir in heavy cream followed by crispy bacon bits. Season with salt and pepper as desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 70mg