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Creamy Seafood Chowder Recipe

Creamy Seafood Chowder Recipe

4.7 from 6 reviews

Indulge in the rich and comforting flavors of this Creamy Seafood Chowder. Packed with a variety of seafood, vegetables, and a silky base, this hearty soup is perfect for a cozy meal any day of the week.

Ingredients

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Base Ingredients:

  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

Vegetables:

  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 celery stalks, diced
  • 2 medium carrots, diced
  • 2 medium potatoes, peeled and cubed

Broth and Seasoning:

  • 3 cups seafood or chicken broth
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme

Dairy and Seafood:

  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup whole milk
  • 1/2 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1/2 pound scallops or white fish (such as cod or haddock), cut into bite-sized pieces

Additional:

  • 1 cup corn kernels (fresh or frozen)
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

Instructions

  1. Sauté Vegetables: In a large pot, heat butter and olive oil. Sauté onion, garlic, celery, and carrots until softened.
  2. Add Potatoes and Broth: Stir in potatoes, broth, bay leaf, and thyme. Simmer until potatoes are tender.
  3. Simmer with Cream and Seafood: Lower heat and add cream, milk, shrimp, scallops or fish, and corn. Cook until seafood is opaque.
  4. Season and Serve: Remove bay leaf, season with salt and pepper. Garnish with parsley and serve warm with bread.

Notes

  • For a thicker consistency, mash some cooked potatoes before adding seafood.
  • Variations: Try using clams or crab instead of shrimp and scallops.

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