Description

Indulge in a rich and comforting seafood chowder that’s creamy, flavorful, and loaded with shrimp, fish, and hearty vegetables. This hearty dish is perfect for cozy nights and will surely satisfy your cravings for a warm, comforting meal.

Ingredients

Chowder:

2 tablespoons butter
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 small onion (diced)
2 celery stalks (diced)
2 cloves garlic (minced)
2 medium potatoes (peeled and diced)
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
3 cups seafood stock or chicken broth
1 cup heavy cream
1/2 cup whole milk
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1/2 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning
Salt and black pepper to taste
1/2 pound shrimp (peeled and deveined)
1/2 pound white fish (like cod or haddock, cut into chunks)
1/2 cup corn kernels (fresh or frozen)
1/2 cup chopped cooked clams or crab meat
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

Serving:

Oyster crackers or crusty bread for serving (optional)

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Instructions

In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat butter and olive oil over medium heat. Add onion and celery and cook for 4–5 minutes until softened.
Stir in garlic and cook for 1 more minute.
Sprinkle in flour and cook, stirring constantly, for 1–2 minutes to form a roux.
Slowly whisk in the seafood stock, then add potatoes, thyme, Old Bay, salt, and pepper.
Bring to a simmer and cook for 10–12 minutes, or until potatoes are fork-tender.
Stir in cream and milk, then add shrimp, fish, corn, and clams or crab.
Simmer gently for 5–7 minutes, or until seafood is cooked through and chowder is thick and creamy.
Stir in fresh parsley before serving.
Serve hot with oyster crackers or bread.

Notes

Do not boil the chowder after adding the seafood to prevent it from becoming tough.
For extra richness, stir in a tablespoon of butter just before serving.