Broccoli Chowder Recipe

A classic broccoli chowder recipe, passed down from Mary Lucile Jordan, a beloved Alabama Extension Coordinator. This quick and easy recipe delivers a creamy, comforting bowl of goodness in under 20 minutes! Perfect for a weeknight meal or a cozy weekend lunch.

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 13 mins
Calories 276.6 kcal
Protein 26g
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Ingredients for Broccoli Chowder

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How to Make Broccoli Chowder

  1. Melt butter in a 2-quart saucepan over medium heat. Add chopped onion and saute until softened, about 3-5 minutes.
  2. Pour in 1/2 cup of water and bring to a boil.
  3. Stir in 10 ounces of frozen broccoli florets.
  4. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 5 minutes, or until broccoli is tender-crisp.
  5. Stir in the cream of mushroom soup, milk, and black pepper.
  6. Continue to simmer, stirring occasionally, until heated through and the cheese is melted (about 2-3 minutes).
  7. Ladle chowder into bowls and top each serving with French fried onions.
  8. Enjoy! Makes 4 servings.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

32 g

Sugar

10g

Fat

52g

Carbs

4g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Broccoli Chowder?

Broccoli Chowder takes about 18 minutes from start to finish — roughly 5 minutes to prepare and 13 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Broccoli Chowder?

Broccoli Chowder has approximately 276.6 calories per serving, with about 26 g protein, 4 g carbohydrates and 29 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Broccoli Chowder?

The key ingredients for Broccoli Chowder are Butter, Onion, Water, Frozen Chopped Broccoli, Condensed Cream Of Chicken Soup, Milk. See the full list with measurements above.

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