Description
A creamy, comforting seafood chowder packed with protein and omega-3 fatty acids, perfect for cozy nights.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 slices thick cut bacon, diced
- 1 small onion, diced
- 3 celery stalks, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/3 cup all-purpose flour
- 4 cups seafood stock
- 1 1/2 pounds red potatoes, diced
- 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
- 2 bay leaves
- 8 ounces cod, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 8 ounces shrimp, raw and deveined
- 10 ounces whole baby clams, drained
- 8 ounces heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons parsley, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large stock pot, cook the bacon over medium heat until crispy, stirring often.
- Add the celery and onions, cooking until translucent and soft, about 5 to 7 minutes.
- Add the minced garlic and cook, stirring, until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
- Stir in the flour, coating the veggies and bacon, and continue cooking for about a minute.
- Gradually pour in the seafood stock, whisking until fully absorbed.
- Add the potatoes, thyme, and bay leaves; bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer and cook for 15 minutes.
- Add the cod and cook for 5 minutes, then add the shrimp and cook for 3 minutes.
- Stir in the cream and clams, letting it heat through for a minute.
- Remove from heat and stir in the fresh parsley.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Notes
For a gourmet twist, consider adding different seafood like scallops or crab. Top with crispy fried onion rings for added texture!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Seafood
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 90mg