Best 6 Chunky Fish And Shrimp Chowder Recipes

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Indulge in a hearty and flavorful seafood extravaganza with our chunky fish and shrimp chowder. This classic New England-style chowder is brimming with tender chunks of fish, succulent shrimp, and a medley of vegetables, all enveloped in a rich and creamy broth. The harmonious blend of aromatic herbs and spices elevates this chowder to a symphony of flavors. Served steaming hot, it's the epitome of comfort food, promising to warm your soul and satisfy your taste buds on chilly days. Our collection of recipes provides diverse variations of this beloved chowder, catering to various dietary preferences and culinary inclinations.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

CHUNKY SEAFOOD CHOWDER



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This creamy chowder brimming with tender potato and crab tastes so good guests will never guess it starts with canned soup. Half-and-half cream makes it rich enough for special occasions. I often serve it with crackers or French bread after a sporting event or outing. -Irene Craigue, Claremont, New Hampshire

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 8 servings (about 2 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 medium onion, chopped
2 tablespoons butter
2 pints half-and-half cream
1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed New England clam chowder, undiluted
3 medium potatoes, peeled and cubed
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon white pepper
1 package (8 ounces) imitation crabmeat, flaked

Steps:

  • In a saucepan, saute onion in butter until tender. Add cream and canned chowder; bring to a boil. Stir in potatoes, salt and pepper. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 15-20 minutes or until the potatoes are tender. Stir in crab and heat through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 293 calories, Fat 16g fat (10g saturated fat), Cholesterol 73mg cholesterol, Sodium 839mg sodium, Carbohydrate 24g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 9g protein.

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

CHUNKY FISH CHOWDER



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You can use any firm white fish you have available in this healthy chowder, which is packed full of omega-3 fatty acids

Provided by Lesley Waters

Categories     Lunch, Soup, Supper

Time 40m

Yield Serves 2 adults and 2-3 children

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 tsp olive oil
2 leeks , finely sliced
550g potato , cut into small cubes
1l fish stock
1 lemon , zest only
300ml whole milk
330g can sweetcorn , rinsed and drained
250g skinless, boneless salmon , cut into chunks
250g skinless, boneless white fish , cut into chunks
handful chives , snipped with scissors
2 tbsp double cream (optional)

Steps:

  • Heat the oil in a large saucepan, tip in the leeks and fry gently for 5 mins until softened, but not coloured. Add the potatoes and cook for a further min. Pour in stock and lemon zest, cover and simmer for 12-15 mins or until the potatoes are tender. With a slotted spoon, remove half the potatoes and leeks from the stock and set aside.
  • Transfer the remaining potatoes, leeks, stock and milk into a blender or food processor and whizz until smooth. Pour back into the pan, add the sweetcorn, fish and reserved vegetables. Cover and gently heat for 3-4 mins until the fish is just cooked through - don't boil. Stir in chives and cream, if using, then season to taste.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 425 calories, Fat 13 grams fat, SaturatedFat 4 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 47 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 3 grams sugar, Fiber 4 grams fiber, Protein 33 grams protein, Sodium 0.82 milligram of sodium

CHEDDAR SEAFOOD CHOWDER



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Shrimp and scallops make this thick, cheesy and chunky chowder extra special. It's packed with veggies, and the crispy bacon makes a yummy garnish. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 35m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

6 bacon strips, chopped
2 celery ribs, finely chopped
1/2 cup chopped sweet orange pepper
1 small onion, finely chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) chicken broth
2 cups 2% milk
2 medium red potatoes, cubed
1 teaspoon seafood seasoning
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 pound uncooked medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
1/2 pound bay scallops
1-1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp. Remove to paper towels with a slotted spoon; drain, reserving 2 tablespoons drippings., In the drippings, saute the celery, orange pepper and onion until crisp-tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Stir in flour until blended; gradually add broth and milk. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 1 minute or until thickened., Add the potatoes, seafood seasoning and salt; return to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 10-15 minutes or until potatoes are tender. , Add shrimp and scallops; cook and stir for 3-4 minutes or until shrimp turn pink and scallops are opaque. Stir in cheese until melted. Garnish each serving with bacon.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 309 calories, Fat 14g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 104mg cholesterol, Sodium 981mg sodium, Carbohydrate 19g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 26g protein.

FISH CHOWDER



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The creamy, comforting flavor of her mother's chunky seafood chowder nets compliments for Pat Gonet whenever she ladles it up in Wenham, Massachusetts.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 bacon strip, diced
2 tablespoons chopped onion
1/2 cup water
1 medium potato, cubed
1/4 teaspoon seafood seasoning
Dash salt and pepper
1 haddock, halibut or cod fillet (6 ounces)
1 cup 2% milk
2 teaspoons butter

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, saute bacon and onion until tender. Add the water, potato, seafood seasoning, salt and pepper. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; place fillet on top. , Cover and cook for 15-20 minutes or until fish flakes easily with a fork. Stir in milk and butter; heat through. Flake fish into pieces before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 320 calories, Fat 13g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 76mg cholesterol, Sodium 403mg sodium, Carbohydrate 26g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 24g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

SIMPLE SEAFOOD CHOWDER



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A chunky, creamy soup with salmon and smoked haddock, mixed shellfish and potatoes - a hearty meal

Provided by Good Food team

Categories     Dinner, Main course

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 tbsp vegetable oil
1 large onion, chopped
100g streaky bacon, chopped
1 tbsp plain flour
600ml fish stock, made from 1 fish stock cube
225g new potato, halved
pinch mace
pinch cayenne pepper
300ml milk
320g pack fish pie mix (salmon, haddock and smoked haddock)
4 tbsp single cream
250g pack cooked mixed shellfish
small bunch parsley, chopped
crusty bread, to serve

Steps:

  • Heat the oil in a large saucepan over a medium heat, then add the onion and bacon. Cook for 8-10 mins until the onion is soft and the bacon is cooked. Stir in the flour, then cook for a further 2 mins.
  • Pour in the fish stock and bring it up to a gentle simmer. Add the potatoes, cover, then simmer for 10-12 mins until the potatoes are cooked through.
  • Add the mace, cayenne pepper and some seasoning, then stir in the milk.
  • Tip the fish pie mix into the pan, gently simmer for 4 mins. Add the cream and shellfish, then simmer for 1 min more. Check the seasoning. Sprinkle with the parsley and serve with some crusty bread.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 422 calories, Fat 19 grams fat, SaturatedFat 6 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 21 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 9 grams sugar, Fiber 4 grams fiber, Protein 41 grams protein, Sodium 2.3 milligram of sodium

Tips:

  • To make the chowder even more flavorful, use a combination of different types of fish, such as cod, haddock, and salmon.
  • If you don't have any shrimp on hand, you can substitute another type of seafood, such as crab or lobster.
  • For a thicker chowder, add more flour or cornstarch to the roux.
  • If you want a spicier chowder, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or red pepper flakes.
  • Serve the chowder with a side of crusty bread or crackers.

Conclusion:

This chunky fish and shrimp chowder is a delicious and easy-to-make meal that is perfect for a cold winter night. It is packed with flavor and is sure to warm you up. So next time you're looking for a hearty and satisfying meal, give this chowder a try. You won't be disappointed!

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