Description
Hearty Cheeseburger Chowder is a cozy, creamy dish that brings together tender beef, hearty potatoes, and vibrant vegetables in a rich broth. Perfect for chilly evenings, this chowder is sure to warm you up and impress your guests with its incredible flavor. Easy to make and endlessly adaptable, it’s a comforting meal that everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 2 medium russet potatoes, diced
- 1 cup carrots, chopped
- 1 cup celery, chopped
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups low-sodium beef broth
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, add a splash of oil and sauté onions, carrots, and celery until onions are translucent.
- Increase heat to medium-high; crumble in ground beef and cook until browned. Drain excess fat.
- Stir in minced garlic, salt, pepper, and smoked paprika; cook until fragrant.
- Add beef broth and diced potatoes; bring to a boil then reduce heat to simmer for about 15 minutes or until potatoes are tender.
- Reduce heat further; mix in softened cream cheese until melted smooth. Gradually stir in cheddar cheese until fully incorporated.
- Taste and adjust seasonings if needed before serving hot.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 16g
- Cholesterol: 70mg