Cheesy Chicken Chowder
3 cups chicken broth
2 cups peeled and diced 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
1/3 cup flour, more if you prefer a thicker chowder
2 cups milk
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese , sharp is more flavorful
2 cups diced cooked chicken
In a 4 quart saucepan, bring chicken broth to a boil. Reduce heat; add potatoes,
carrots, celery, onions, salt and pepper. Cover and simmer for 15 minutes or
until vegetables are tender. Meanwhile, melt butter in a medium saucepan; add
flour and mix well. Gradually stir in milk. Cook over low heat until slightly
thickened. Stir in cheese and cook until melted. Add to broth along with
chicken. Cover and stir over low heat until heated through. Skim excess butter
off top or chill until butter solidifies. |