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Creamy Seafood Chowder Recipe

Creamy Seafood Chowder Recipe

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  • Author: Jaden
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x
  • Category: Soup, Main Dish
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

Indulge in the rich and comforting flavors of this Creamy Seafood Chowder. Packed with a variety of seafood and hearty vegetables, this chowder is a satisfying meal on its own.


Ingredients

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Main Chowder:

  • 1/4 cup butter
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 1 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning
  • 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme leaves
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour

Vegetables:

  • 1 rib celery, sliced
  • 1 carrot, sliced
  • 1 pound potatoes, peeled and cubed
  • 1/2 cup corn kernels

Seafood and Broth:

  • 5 cups chicken broth or seafood broth
  • 1/2 cup white wine
  • 8 ounces white fish (cod, salmon, tilapia, or haddock), cut into chunks
  • 8 ounces sea scallops
  • 12 ounces medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 6.5 ounces chopped clams, canned and drained

Finishing Touches:

  • 2 cups heavy whipping cream
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley

Instructions

  1. Cook the Aromatics: In a large pot, sauté the onion in butter until tender. Add flour, Old Bay seasoning, and thyme, and cook for 2-3 minutes.
  2. Add Vegetables and Broth: Stir in carrot, celery, potato, corn, broth, and wine. Bring to a boil, then simmer for 10 minutes.
  3. Incorporate Seafood and Cream: Add the seafood and cream to the pot. Cook until the fish is flaky and the potatoes are tender, about 8-10 minutes.
  4. Final Touches: Stir in parsley and season with salt and pepper to taste before serving.


Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 577
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 1541mg
  • Fat: 39g
  • Saturated Fat: 23g
  • Carbohydrates: 25g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 29g
  • Cholesterol: 301mg