Mixed Greens Chowder Recipe

Name: Mixed Greens Chowder
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 12 (14 1/2 ounce) cans chicken broth (or use homemade chicken stock); 1 lb fresh mustard greens, chopped; 12 lb fresh collard greens, chopped; 12 lb fresh turnip greens, chopped; 1 large onion, chopped; 6 garlic cloves, minced; 12-1 tablespoon dry crushed red pepper; 12 lb bacon, slices; 2 cups diced potatoes; 1 cup diced purple onion; 1 cup diced turnip; 1 cup diced carrot; 1 cup diced celery; ½ teaspoon salt (or to taste); ½ teaspoon pepper (or to taste)

Servings: persons

12 (14 1/2 ounce) cans chicken broth (or use homemade chicken stock)
1 lb fresh mustard greens, chopped
12 lb fresh collard greens, chopped
12 lb fresh turnip greens, chopped
1 large onion, chopped
6 garlic cloves, minced
12-1 tablespoon dry crushed red pepper
12 lb bacon, slices
2 cups diced potatoes
1 cup diced purple onion
1 cup diced turnip
1 cup diced carrot
1 cup diced celery
½ teaspoon salt (or to taste)
½ teaspoon pepper (or to taste)

1
Add the first 7 ingredients to a large stock pot; bring to a boil.
2
Reduce heat; simmer uncovered, stirring every now and then, for 1 hour.
3
Cook bacon in a skillet until crisp; drain bacon on a paper towel lined plate.
4
Reserve drippings in skillet; crumble bacon and return to skillet.
5
Add in diced potato and the next 4 ingredients to the skillet; stir/saute over medium-high heat for 10 minutes.
6
Add potato mixture to greens mixture in the stock pot.
7
Cook over low heat, stirring occasionally for 45 minutes.
8
Add in salt and pepper if needed; adjust to taste.
9
Serve chowder with cornbread.

8409

kcal

Calories

588

Fat

124

Carbs

617

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 12 (14 1/2 ounce) cans chicken broth (or use homemade chicken stock), 1 lb fresh mustard greens, chopped, 12 lb fresh collard greens, chopped, 12 lb fresh turnip greens, chopped, and more.

Yes, Mixed Greens Chowder falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Mixed Greens Chowder

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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