15-30 min4 - 6 servingsAmerican

Cheesy Ham and Potato Soup

By Chop Secrets

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4 - 6 servings

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15-30 min

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Easy

Cheesy Ham and Potato Soup
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Recipe Details

Course: Dinner, Kid-Friendly, Lunch, Main Dishes

Difficulty: Easy

Prep Time: 5 min

Cook Time: 25 min

Total Time: 15-30 min

Cooking Technique: Pressure Cook, Sauté

Cuisine: American

Yield: 4 - 6 servings

Ingredients

  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 1 small onion
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 3 lbs gold potatoes
  • 12 oz cubed ham
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp pepper
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar
  • Snipped chives and additional shredded cheese for serving

INSTRUCTIONS

  1. Add butter to the Instant Pot. Using the display panel select the SAUTE function.
  2. When butter melts, add onion to the pot and saute until soft, 3-4 minutes.
  3. Add broth to the pot and deglaze by using a wooden spoon to scrape the brown bits from the bottom of the pot.
  4. Add potatoes, ham, garlic powder and pepper and stir to combine.
  5. Turn the pot off by selecting CANCEL, then secure the lid, making sure the vent is closed.
  6. Using the display panel select the MANUAL or PRESSURE COOK function*. Use the +/- keys and program the Instant Pot for >8 minutes.
  7. When the time is up, quick-release the pressure.
  8. Stir the pot ingredients, then add the sour cream and stir until combined.
  9. Gradually add cheese, stirring between each addition, until the mixture becomes thick and creamy.
  10. Adjust seasonings. Top with chives and additional shredded cheese for serving.

Notes

*The MANUAL and PRESSURE COOK buttons are interchangeable.

About the chef

Chop Secrets

Chop Secrets

Chop Secrets is a culinary platform that focuses on recipe development, offering a wide variety of accessible and time-saving meal ideas. The site is a go-to destination for home cooks looking for delicious recipes that are simple to follow. Known for its collaborations with Instant Pot, Chop Secrets has produced over 250 recipe videos, providing users with step-by-step guides to make cooking easier and more enjoyable. With a range of recipes spanning from appetizers to desserts, Chop Secrets helps both beginners and seasoned cooks explore the versatility of their kitchen tools. The platform also offers a popular Instant Pot Master Class, which teaches essential techniques for mastering this appliance through cook-along lessons and printable resources, helping people create flavorful meals with minimal effort.

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