Smoky Ham, Potato & Corn Chowder | Ultimate Comfort Soup

This Smoky Ham, Potato & Corn Chowder is thick, creamy, and packed with hearty flavor. Made with tender potatoes, sweet corn, savory ham, and crispy bacon, this easy one-pot chowder is the ultimate comfort food for fall and winter.

If you’re looking for a cozy soup recipe that uses simple pantry ingredients but tastes like it simmered all day — this is it.

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Why You’ll Love This Ham and Corn Chowder

• Creamy, rich, and ultra comforting
• A perfect way to use leftover ham
• Family-friendly and filling
• Easy one-pot dinner recipe
• Even better the next day

This creamy potato corn chowder is one of our favorite cold-weather meals. It’s hearty enough to serve as dinner with crusty bread but simple enough for a weeknight.

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Ingredients for Smoky Ham Potato Corn Chowder

• 3 thick-cut bacon slices, chopped
• 1 ham steak (or 2–3 cups leftover ham), cubed
• 1 yellow onion, diced
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 6 large red potatoes, diced
• 3 (10 oz) cans sweet corn, drained
• 8 oz cream cheese, softened
• 1 can cream of celery soup
• ½ cup white wine
• 4 cups water (or chicken broth for extra flavor)
• 2–3 chicken bouillon cubes
• 2 tablespoons Herbs de Provence
• 2 bay leaves
• Salt and black pepper to taste
• 2 tablespoons butter

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How to Make Smoky Ham, Potato & Corn Chowder

1. Cook the Bacon

In a large Dutch oven or heavy soup pot, melt butter over medium heat. Add chopped bacon and cook until crispy. Remove excess grease if needed.

2. Build the Flavor Base

Add onion and garlic to the pot. Sauté until softened and fragrant. Deglaze with white wine and let simmer for 2–3 minutes.

3. Add the Hearty Ingredients

Stir in cubed ham, diced potatoes, and drained corn.

4. Make It Creamy

Add cream cheese and cream of celery soup. Stir until well combined and smooth.

5. Simmer

Pour in water (or broth). Add bouillon cubes, herbs, bay leaves, salt, and pepper. Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat, cover, and simmer for about 45–60 minutes, or until potatoes are tender.

6. Finish & Serve

Remove bay leaves. Taste and adjust seasoning. Serve hot with crusty bread.

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Tips for the Best Ham and Potato Chowder

• Use chicken broth instead of water for deeper flavor.
• For a thicker chowder, mash a few potatoes directly in the pot.
• Add shredded cheddar cheese for extra richness.
• This soup thickens beautifully overnight — leftovers are amazing.

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What to Serve with Ham Chowder

• Homemade sourdough bread
• Garlic toast
• Simple green salad
• Buttery dinner rolls

This creamy corn and ham chowder makes a perfect fall dinner, holiday leftover recipe, or cozy Sunday meal.

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