Chunky chicken & ham chowder

Rich and creamy, yet low in fat - you could also make this warming soup with fish

Ingredients

• 1 tbsp sunflower oil
• 2 leeks, thinly sliced
• 3 medium potatoes, cut into small cubes
• 1 tbsp plain flour
• 700ml skimmed milk
• 2 ready roasted chicken breasts, skin removed and cut into chunks
• 2 thick slices ham, chopped
• 175g each frozen sweetcorn and frozen peas

Directions

STEP 1
Heat the oil in a large pan and fry the leeks over a low heat for 3 mins until softened. Stir in the potatoes and flour, then slowly blend in the milk, stirring with a wooden spoon. Bring to the boil and simmer, uncovered, for 10-12 mins until the potatoes are soft.

STEP 2
Add the chicken, ham, sweetcorn and peas, then stir over a medium heat for 5 mins or until hot and bubbling. Season to taste and serve with crusty bread.