Description
A hearty Potato Sausage Chowder that is creamy, rich, and filled with chunks of potatoes and sausage.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium russet potatoes, peeled and chopped into bite-size pieces
- 12 oz smoked sausage, andouille or kielbasa, sliced
- 1 large onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup frozen corn
- 1 ½ cups whole milk
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (plus extra for topping)
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons flour
- Salt, pepper, and a sprinkle of smoked paprika
Instructions
- Melt butter in a large pot over medium heat.
- Add the sausage slices, cooking until browned.
- Add the diced onion and cook until translucent.
- Stir in the minced garlic and cook for about 1 minute.
- Add flour and mix well to avoid clumps.
- Slowly pour in chicken broth while stirring.
- Add the chopped potatoes and bring to a light simmer.
- Cover slightly and simmer for 10-15 minutes, until potatoes are tender but firm.
- Stir in frozen corn and let warm through.
- Pour in the milk and cook without boiling.
- Mix in shredded cheddar and season with salt, pepper, and smoked paprika.
- Spoon into bowls, top with extra cheese, and enjoy!
Notes
If the chowder gets too thick, add a splash of broth or milk. This recipe is forgiving; swap sausages as desired and don’t skip browning the meat for flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 50mg