Description
Creamy Seafood Chowder Recipe. This chowder is not just a meal; it’s a delightful experience that transports me to the seaside with every spoonful. The rich, creamy texture combined with the fresh flavors of the ocean creates a symphony of taste that dances on your palate.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 1 large carrot, peeled and diced
- 2 medium gold potatoes, peeled and diced
- 3 cups chicken broth or seafood stock
- 2 cups heavy cream (optional: substitute 1 cup milk for a lighter version)
- ¼ cup flour
- ½ pound medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 3–4 large scallops, quartered
- ½ pound white fish (e.g., cod or haddock), cut into chunks
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- ¼ teaspoon dried thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley or chives for garnish
- Oyster crackers or crusty bread for serving
Instructions
- In a large pot, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the diced onion, minced garlic, celery, and carrot. Sauté for 4-5 minutes until the onions are translucent.
- Add the diced potatoes and pour in the chicken broth or seafood stock. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer for 10-12 minutes until the potatoes are tender.
- Stir in the heavy cream. In a small bowl, whisk together 1 cup of hot broth with the flour to create a smooth mixture. Slowly pour this back into the pot while stirring.
- Gently fold in the shrimp, scallops, and white fish. Simmer for another 5-7 minutes until the seafood is cooked through.
- Stir in the smoked paprika, thyme, and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper. Let sit on low heat for 2-3 minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh herbs and serve with oyster crackers or crusty bread.
Notes
- Always use the freshest seafood available for the best flavor.
- If you prefer a thicker chowder, increase the amount of flour in the slurry.
- This chowder can be made ahead of time and tastes even better after sitting for a few hours.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days.
- Adjust seasonings to your taste as you cook.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 400-450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800-900mg
- Fat: 25-30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30-35g
- Fiber: 3-4g
- Protein: 20-25g
- Cholesterol: 100mg