Best 5 Cajun Shrimp Potato Chowder Recipes

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Embark on a tantalizing culinary adventure with our diverse collection of Cajun shrimp potato chowder recipes. These hearty and flavorful chowders are a symphony of bold spices, succulent shrimp, tender potatoes, and a creamy, velvety broth that will warm your soul and satisfy your taste buds. From classic Cajun chowders bursting with aromatic herbs and fiery peppers to unique twists featuring corn, bacon, and even a touch of sweetness, our curated selection offers something for every palate. Dive into the depths of these rich and flavorful soups, perfect for a cozy dinner, a casual gathering, or a special occasion. Let your taste buds embark on a journey of culinary delight as you explore the diverse flavors and textures of our Cajun shrimp potato chowder recipes.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

SHRIMP AND POTATO CHOWDER



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Use shrimp for this variation on a New England-style chowder.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 40m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
2 slices bacon, chopped
1 onion, chopped
1 teaspoon tomato paste
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
3 cups low-sodium chicken broth
2 cups milk or half-and-half
1 pound red-skinned potatoes, diced
12 ounces medium shrimp, peeled and deveined, tails removed
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
1/2 cup loosely packed fresh basil, torn into pieces

Steps:

  • Heat the oil in a large wide pot or medium Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the bacon and cook, stirring occasionally until crisp, about 5 minutes. Add the onion and cook, stirring, until soft, about 3 minutes. Add the tomato paste and stir until toasted, about 30 seconds. Scatter the flour over the onion and cook, stirring with a wooden spoon to make a paste, about 1 minute.
  • Pour in the broth and milk, stirring until the mixture is smooth. Add the potatoes and season with salt and a generous grinding of pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to medium-low, and simmer, covered, until the potatoes are tender, about 15 minutes.
  • Stir the shrimp into the soup and cook until just opaque and firm, 4 to 5 minutes. Remove from the heat and stir in the basil. Adjust the consistency of the soup with a little water if it?s become too thick and adjust the seasoning with additional salt and pepper.

CAJUN SHRIMP & POTATO CHOWDER



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Warm up with a dash of Cajun spice! This fast and easy chowder recipe brings the authentic flavors of Louisiana to your table in 35 minutes.

Provided by Simply Potatoes

Categories     Potato

Time 35m

Yield 1 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 tablespoon olive oil
1/2 lb medium shrimp, peeled, de-veined (26 to 30 count)
1/2 cup chopped onion
1/2 cup chopped green pepper
2 cups Simply Potatoes® Homestyle Slices, chopped slightly
1 (14 ounce) can chicken broth
2 teaspoons cajun seasoning
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons water
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained

Steps:

  • Heat oil in 2-quart saucepan over medium heat. Add shrimp, onion and green pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, until shrimp is no longer pink. Add Simply Potatoes, broth and Cajun seasoning. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low. Cook 20 to 25 minutes, stirring occasionally, until Simply Potatoes are tender.
  • In small bowl stir together flour and water until smooth. Slowly add flour mixture to soup. Stir in tomatoes. Cook until mixture is thickened and heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 524.6, Fat 19.4, SaturatedFat 3, Cholesterol 286.5, Sodium 2621, Carbohydrate 42.1, Fiber 8, Sugar 17.3, Protein 46.3

CAJUN SHRIMP WITH POTATOES



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"This is a quick-and-easy version of a seafood-stuffed baked potato," explains Angelique Schultz from her home in Denham Springs, Louisiana. "Not only does this recipe reduce prep time, it cuts down on cleanup, too. I buy cooked crumbled bacon to speed it along even more."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/2 cup chopped onion
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1/4 cup chopped green onions
1/4 cup chopped celery
6 medium potatoes, peeled and diced
1 teaspoon salt
2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 pound uncooked medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
1/4 cup crumbled cooked bacon

Steps:

  • In a 2-1/2-qt. microwave-safe dish, combine onion and oil. Cover and microwave on high for 1-3 minutes. Stir in green onions and celery; cover and cook 1-2 minutes longer. Add the potatoes, salt, Cajun seasoning and pepper. , Cover and cook for 7-9 minutes or until potatoes are nearly tender. Stir in shrimp and bacon. Cover and cook on high for 3-1/2 minutes or until shrimp is pink and potatoes are tender.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 367 calories, Fat 9g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 173mg cholesterol, Sodium 1353mg sodium, Carbohydrate 46g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 25g protein.

CRAB, SHRIMP, & POTATO CHOWDER



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This is a thick, creamy, and very flavorful chowder, and would be amazing in a bread bowl. I've made a lot of modifications to the original recipe as far as the ingredients go, and I've marked those with an asterisk, and I clarify it in the directions. I suggest reading through the recipe before shopping for your ingredients, just in case. Prep and cooking times are estimated.

Provided by collettem

Categories     Chowders

Time 1h

Yield 1 1/2 cups, 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 18

2 -3 tablespoons butter
1 cup onion, chopped
1/4 cup shallot, chopped*
3/4 cup celery, chopped
1/4 cup red bell pepper, diced small
1 garlic clove, minced
3 1/2 cups red potatoes or 1 lb red potatoes, cubed
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 1/2 cups heavy whipping cream or 1 (16 ounce) carton heavy whipping cream
2 teaspoons fresh thyme, chopped*
1/2-1 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 (15 ounce) can cream-style corn
1 (14 ounce) can chicken broth (*)
8 ounces cooked lump crabmeat, shells removed*
8 ounces precooked medium shrimp, shelled and deveined*
3 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
salt, to taste*

Steps:

  • * Instead of buying multiple small shallots, you can use one plum-sized shallot. It comes to a little more than 1/4 cup, but it still tastes great.
  • * If using dried herbs, it's suggested that you use less than the called-for amount, but I used about 3 teaspoons dried thyme and parsley in my modified version.
  • * I increased the amount of black pepper to about 1 1/4 to 1 1/2 teaspoons I like pepper, and 1/2 teaspoons just didn't seem like nearly enough.
  • * If not using canned broth, 2 cups of broth works well.
  • * I used two 6 oz. cans of crab meat each time I've made this chowder.
  • * I used I lb. of extra-large shrimp, cut into small pieces.
  • * This recipe did not call for any salt, but the first time I made it I found it to be somewhat sweet. Since it's such a large amount of chowder, I added about 3/4 tsp of salt, but feel free to add more or less depending on your tastes.
  • 1) In a large saucepan over medium-high heat, melt 2 tablespoons of butter.
  • 2) Add onion, shallots, celery, red pepper, and garlic. Saute for 4 minutes or until vegetables are tender.
  • 3) Add potatoes and saute for an additional 1 minute.
  • 4) Sprinkle flour over the mixture one tablespoon at a time, stirring well. Cook the mixture for one minute more.
  • 5) Add one more tablespoon of butter if the mixture if desired.
  • 6) Stir in cream, thyme, pepper, nutmeg, corn, and broth. Bring to a simmer over medium heat, stirring frequently.
  • 7) Cover, reduce heat, and simmer for 20 minutes or until the potatoes are tender, stirring occasionally.
  • 8) Stir in crab, shrimp, and parsley and cook for an additional 5 minutes, or until the chowder has reached the desired thickness. Continue to stir occasionally until done.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 453.1, Fat 31.8, SaturatedFat 19.2, Cholesterol 167.1, Sodium 659.3, Carbohydrate 28.7, Fiber 2.5, Sugar 4.1, Protein 15.8

LOW-FAT SHRIMP CHOWDER



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"This zippy chowder is chock-full of shrimp and vegetables, so it satisfies hearty appetites, but the skim milk and reduced-sodium broth help keep fat and calories to a minimum," writes Michelle Conley of Evanston, Wyoming. "It tastes even better the next day, after the flavors have melded overnight."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 40m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 pound red potatoes, peeled and cubed
2-1/2 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth
3 celery ribs, chopped
8 green onions, chopped
1/2 cup chopped sweet red pepper
1-1/2 cups fat-free milk
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 cup fat-free evaporated milk
1-1/2 pounds uncooked medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/8 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, bring the potatoes, broth, celery, onions and red pepper to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 13-15 minutes or until vegetables are tender. Stir in milk. Gently mash vegetables with a potato masher, leaving some chunks of potatoes., Combine flour and evaporated milk until smooth; gradually stir into potato mixture. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Stir in the remaining ingredients. Return to a boil. Cook and stir for 2-3 minutes or until shrimp turn pink.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 192 calories, Fat 2g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 130mg cholesterol, Sodium 334mg sodium, Carbohydrate 21g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 23g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Tips:

  • Use fresh, high-quality ingredients: Fresh shrimp, vegetables, and herbs will give your chowder the best flavor.
  • Don't overcook the shrimp: Shrimp cooks quickly, so be careful not to overcook it or it will become tough and rubbery.
  • Use a good quality Cajun seasoning: A good Cajun seasoning will add a lot of flavor to your chowder.
  • Don't be afraid to adjust the recipe to your liking: If you like your chowder thicker, add more potatoes or cornstarch. If you like it spicier, add more Cajun seasoning.
  • Serve with your favorite toppings: Some popular toppings for Cajun shrimp potato chowder include green onions, parsley, and hot sauce.

Conclusion:

This Cajun shrimp potato chowder is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. It is packed with flavor and sure to please everyone at your table. So next time you are looking for a hearty and satisfying soup, give this recipe a try.

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