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Cheesy Chicken Chowder

33 reviews
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Test Kitchen Approved
Total Time

Prep: 10 min. Cook: 25 min.

Makes

8 servings (2 quarts)

Updated: Jun. 30, 2023
I like to serve this hearty chowder as a meal with garlic bread and a salad. It's a wonderful dish to prepare for any occasion. The rich, mild flavor and the tender chicken and vegetables appeal even to children and picky eaters. —Hazel Fritchie, Palestine, Illinois
Cheesy Chicken Chowder
Cheesy Chicken Chowder Recipe photo by Taste of Home
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Ingredients

  • 3 cups chicken broth
  • 2 cups diced peeled potatoes
  • 1 cup diced carrots
  • 1 cup diced celery
  • 1/2 cup diced onion
  • 1-1/2 teaspoons salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper
  • 1/4 cup butter, cubed
  • 1/3 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups whole milk
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
  • 2 cups diced cooked chicken

Directions

  1. In a 4-quart saucepan, bring chicken broth to a boil. Reduce heat; add the potatoes, carrots, celery, onion, salt and pepper. Cover and simmer for 12-15 minutes or until vegetables are tender.
  2. Meanwhile, melt butter in a medium saucepan; stir in flour until smooth. Gradually stir in milk. Bring to a boil over medium heat; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Reduce heat. Add cheese, stirring until melted; add to broth along with chicken. Cook and stir until heated through.

Nutrition Facts

1 cup: 322 calories, 19g fat (12g saturated fat), 85mg cholesterol, 1100mg sodium, 18g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 2g fiber), 21g protein.