Slow Cooker Clam Chowder Recipe
Ingredients
- 1-32 ounce container chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 1 cup diced leeks
- 5 cups peeled and diced white potatoes
- 1/2 tablespoon fresh thyme
- 1-8 ounce package reduced fat cream cheese, cut into chunks
- 2-6.5 ounce cans minced clams, drained OR 1 lb fresh steamed clams
- Salt and Pepper to taste
- Oyster Crackers, Paprika, and fresh thyme leaves for serving
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Nutrition Facts
| Amount Per Recipe | %DV |
|---|---|
| Recipe Size 1772g | |
| Calories 912 | |
| Calories from Fat 190 | 21% |
| Total Fat 21.19g | 26% |
| Saturated Fat 12.06g | 48% |
| Trans Fat 0.01g | |
| Cholesterol 80mg | 27% |
| Sodium 2219mg | 92% |
| Potassium 4372mg | 125% |
| Total Carbs 153.01g | 41% |
| Dietary Fiber 20.9g | 70% |
| Sugars 17.64g | 12% |
| Protein 29.73g | 48% |
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