Description
Potato Bacon Chowder is a warm, creamy delight that combines tender potatoes and crispy bacon in a rich broth. Perfect for chilly evenings, this comforting dish serves as a family favorite and brings smiles to every gathering. Whether enjoyed solo or paired with crusty bread, each spoonful offers a heartwarming experience that feels like a cozy hug.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium Yukon Gold potatoes, diced
- 6 slices thick-cut bacon, chopped
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 2 stalks celery, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 tsp fresh thyme (or ½ tsp dried)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, cook the chopped bacon until crispy; remove and set aside while keeping the drippings.
- Sauté the diced onion and celery in the bacon fat until softened.
- Stir in minced garlic and cook until fragrant.
- Add diced potatoes and chicken broth; bring to a boil then reduce heat and simmer until potatoes are tender.
- Pour in heavy cream and stir gently until combined.
- Return the crispy bacon to the pot, season with thyme, salt, and pepper; let flavors meld before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 820mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 45mg