Creamy Potato Chowder

Introduction: This creamy potato chowder is the perfect comfort food, especially on chilly days. It’s loaded with tender potatoes, savory bacon, and creamy ingredients, making it a satisfying dish for weeknight dinners or gatherings. The addition of cream cheese gives it a velvety texture, while bacon and chives provide extra flavor.

Ingredients:

• 8 cups diced potatoes
• 3 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) chicken broth
• 1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of chicken soup, undiluted
• 1/3 cup chopped onion
• 1/4 teaspoon pepper
• 1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, cubed and softened
• 1/2 pound sliced bacon, cooked and crumbled (optional)
• Minced chives (optional)

Instructions:

1. Prepare the slow cooker: In a 5-quart slow cooker, combine the diced potatoes, chicken broth, cream of chicken soup, chopped onion, and pepper.
2. Cook the chowder: Cover and cook on low for 8-10 hours or until the potatoes are fork-tender.
3. Add the cream cheese: Once the potatoes are tender, stir in the softened cream cheese until it is fully blended into the chowder.
4. Garnish and serve: Before serving, top each bowl with crumbled bacon and minced chives if desired.

Conclusion: This potato chowder is creamy, rich, and packed with flavors that are sure to please everyone. It’s easy to prepare, especially using a slow cooker, and offers a hearty meal with minimal effort. Customize with bacon and chives, or go for additional toppings like shredded cheese or sour cream for even more flavor.