Best 2 Decadent Seafood Chowder Recipes

Indulge in a culinary journey with our collection of delectable seafood chowder recipes, each offering a unique symphony of flavors to tantalize your taste buds. From the classic New England-style chowder, brimming with tender clams, sweet corn, and creamy potatoes, to the rich and flavorful Manhattan chowder, featuring succulent shrimp, briny clams, and a velvety tomato-based broth, our recipes cater to every seafood lover's palate. Discover the hearty and comforting Portuguese seafood chowder, a medley of firm fish fillets, plump shrimp, and savory chorizo, simmered in a robust tomato and paprika-infused broth. If you prefer a lighter option, our creamy seafood chowder is a delightful choice, featuring a blend of flaky fish, succulent shrimp, and a velvety broth enriched with cream and herbs. And for those who enjoy a spicy kick, our Cajun seafood chowder packs a punch with its aromatic blend of Cajun spices, tender seafood, and a rich, flavorful broth. No matter your preference, our seafood chowder recipes promise an unforgettable culinary experience that will warm your soul and leave you craving more.

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

BEST SEAFOOD CHOWDER

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My husband is an avid fisherman. When a family get-together was planned and we had to bring something, we created this recipe using fish from our freezer. The chowder got rave reviews from the relatives! -Heather Saunders, Belchertown, Massachusetts

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner Lunch

Time 1h

Yield 32 servings (8 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 16

Ingredients

1/2 pound sliced bacon, diced
2 medium onions, chopped
6 cups cubed peeled potatoes
4 cups water
1 pound bay or sea scallops, quartered
1 pound lobster meat, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 pound uncooked medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 pound cod, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 pound haddock, cut into 1-inch pieces
1/2 cup butter, melted
4 teaspoons salt
4 teaspoons minced fresh parsley
1/2 teaspoon curry powder
2 quarts whole milk
1 can (12 ounces) evaporated milk
Oyster crackers, optional

Steps:

In a large soup kettle or Dutch oven, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp. Remove with a slotted spoon to paper towels; reserve drippings. Saute onions in drippings until tender. Add potatoes and water; bring to a boil. Cook for 10 minutes., Add the scallops, lobster, shrimp, cod and haddock. Cook for 10 minutes or until scallops are opaque, shrimp turn pink and fish flakes easily with a fork. Add the butter, salt, parsley and curry powder. Stir in milk and evaporated milk; heat through. Garnish with bacon, additional parsley, and oyster crackers, if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 193 calories, Fat 9g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 76mg cholesterol, Sodium 625mg sodium, Carbohydrate 11g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 17g protein.

DECADENT SEAFOOD CHOWDER

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My husband, a former commercial fisherman, proclaimed this to be the most delicious seafood chowder he's ever had. Also a huge hit with family and friends. Can be made with any type of fish or seafood. Add crumbled bacon for extra flavor.

Provided by Elly-Bee

Categories Fish Chowder

Time 1h

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 14

Ingredients

¼ cup butter
3 tablespoons minced garlic
⅓ cup flour
4 cups half-and-half
1 cup vegetable soup mix flakes
½ cup dried onion flakes
2 tablespoons lemon pepper
1 pinch dried thyme
1 pinch saffron
1 cup diced salmon
1 cup diced halibut
1 cup peeled and deveined shrimp
1 cup peeled and deveined prawns
1 cup scallops

Steps:

Melt butter with garlic together in a large pot over medium-high heat. Whisk in flour; cook and stir until mixture makes a paste and is fragrant, about 1 minute. Slowly whisk half-and-half into flour mixture until smooth. Add soup flakes, onion flakes, lemon pepper, thyme, and saffron to half-and-half mixture; cook and stir until mixture thickens, 5 to 10 minutes.
Stir salmon, halibut, shrimp, prawns, and scallops into half-and-half mixture; bring to a simmer, reduce heat to medium-low, and cook, stirring frequently, until seafood is cooked through and chowder is hot, about 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 434 calories, Carbohydrate 30.8 g, Cholesterol 144.1 mg, Fat 24.4 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 23.9 g, SaturatedFat 13.2 g, Sodium 1499.1 mg, Sugar 4.1 g

Tips:

Use fresh seafood: Fresh seafood will give your chowder the best flavor. If you can't find fresh seafood, frozen seafood is a good option.
Don't overcook the seafood: Overcooked seafood is tough and chewy. Cook the seafood just until it is opaque and flakes easily with a fork.
Use a good quality clam juice: Clam juice adds a lot of flavor to chowder. Look for a clam juice that is made with real clams, not just water and salt.
Add vegetables: Vegetables add color, flavor, and nutrients to chowder. Some good choices for vegetables in chowder include potatoes, carrots, celery, and onions.
Season to taste: Season your chowder with salt, pepper, and other spices to taste. Be careful not to over-season the chowder, as you can always add more seasoning later.
Serve with crusty bread or crackers: Chowder is typically served with crusty bread or crackers. This helps to soak up the broth and adds a nice crunch to the dish.

Conclusion:

Seafood chowder is a delicious and hearty soup that is perfect for a cold day. It is also a relatively easy soup to make, so it is a great option for busy weeknights. With a few simple tips, you can make a seafood chowder that is sure to impress your family and friends.