The Kitchen Wife: 15 Minute Instant Pot Ham and Corn Chowder Recipe (2024)

Rain and snow, rain and snow, it seems that has been the standard for weather around here these days and I would be lying if I said I wasn't ready for spring. That being said this weather does lend itself to one of my favorite things to eat...soup! So this weekend I was doing a bit of a fridge forage to clean out what I had on hand and decided to whip up this 15 Minute Instant Pot Ham and Corn Chowder Recipe.

Studhubs said this was his favorite soup that I have ever made so I really can't wait to share it with you. OH! Just in case you don't have an Instant Pot, I will be sure to include traditional intrusions as well.

Let's Get Started!

For this 15 Minute Instant Pot Ham and Corn Chowder Recipe you will need a few simple ingredients:

• 1 c Chopped Ham
• 1 c Sweet Corn
• 1 c Sweet Peas
• 1 c Potato, diced
• 1 c Carrot, diced
• 1 c Celery, diced
• 1 Onion, diced
• 4 Cloves of Garlic, minced
• 5 c Chicken Broth
• 1 c Heavy Cream
• 2 Tbsp Cornstarch
• 1 tsp Kosher Salt
• 1 tsp Ground Black Pepper
• 1 tsp Italian Seasoning

To begin you will need to set your instant pot to the

function.
Allow the insert to get hot.

Add a little oil to the hot insert to prevent the food from sticking.

Now add the ham and brown.

I am using leftover ham steak here, but you can use leftover ham, deli ham, whatever kind of ham you have on hand.

Once the ham has browned you will add the carrot, celery, onion, and garlic to the insert.
Sauté for 3-4 minutes until the vegetables are tender and the onions are translucent.

Add the salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.

Now add the corn.
I used frozen corn because that is what I had, but fresh or canned will work as well.

Add the potatoes and ...

Peas to the instant pot as well.
Again, I used canned because that is what I had, but fresh or frozen will work.

Add in the chicken broth and give everything a stir.

Place the lid on the Instant Pot and make sure the valve is set to SEALING.

Hit cancel to turn off the sauté setting.

Now hit the MAUNAL button and set the timer to 15 minutes.

Remember it takes about 10 minutes for the Instant pot to come to pressure before it starts cooking. You know it's cooking when the timer starts counting down.

After the 15 minute cooking time has elapsed, turn the valve to VENTING for a quick release.

While the pressure is releasing whisk together the cornstarch and heavy cream.
This is what makes the chowder thick and creamy.

Once the pressure has finished releasing remove the lid.
This is what the chowder will look like.

Now you will press the Sautébutton.

Pour in the cornstarch and cream mixture into the chowder and give it all a stir.

Bring to a simmer and allow the ham and corn chowder to become thick and creamy, about 5 minutes.

And there you have it a delicious, creamy, 15 Minute Instant Pot Ham and Corn Chowder! I like to top mine with some cheese, bacon, and fresh parsley.

It's pack full of veggies and flavor and I know you're gonna love it! It couldn't be more simple so get in the kitchen and give it a try TONIGHT! For the traditional instructions for this recipe see the notes section on the printable recipe below.

And as always...

Happy Reading, Happy Eating, and Happy Living,
~The Kitchen Wife~

*Remember it takes about 10 minutes for the Instant Pot to come to pressure. TRADITIONAL INSTRUCTIONS:1. In a large soup pot add a little oil and place over a medium/high heat. Allow the pot to get hot. 2. Once hot, add the ham and brown. 3. Add the carrots, celery, onion, and garlic. Sauté until soft and translucent. 4. Add the corn, potatoes, peas, salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. 5. Pour in the chicken broth. Bring to a simmer and cook for 20 minutes. 6. Whisk together cream and cornstarch. Pour into soup. Simmer for about 10 minutes. 7. Serve and Enjoy!