Best 7 Easy Fish Chowder Recipes

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Title: Embark on a Culinary Journey with Easy Fish Chowder: A Symphony of Flavors for Every Palate

Embrace the essence of coastal living with our exquisite Easy Fish Chowder recipe, a culinary masterpiece that harmonizes the freshest seafood with a chorus of aromatic vegetables and herbs. Indulge in a symphony of flavors as tender fish fillets, succulent shrimp, and briny clams dance gracefully in a creamy, flavorful broth. Each spoonful promises a burst of umami, complemented by the delicate sweetness of corn and potatoes, the earthy notes of celery and carrots, and the subtle kiss of aromatic herbs. Whether you're a seasoned chef or a novice home cook, this versatile chowder caters to every skill level, ensuring a delightful culinary experience. Discover the art of crafting this classic dish with our step-by-step guide, complete with variations and serving suggestions to tantalize your taste buds and impress your dinner guests.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

FISH CHOWDER



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The fishermen of Bodega Bay, California shared this favorite, quick and easy recipe with my sister during a Fish Festival. It is one of the best chowders I've had, and my kids love it too! We top with bacon bits and a few shakes of hot sauce for a little spice. Enjoy!

Provided by AMYTHE

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Chowders     Fish Chowder Recipes

Time 1h

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 tablespoons butter
2 cups chopped onion
4 fresh mushrooms, sliced
1 stalk celery, chopped
4 cups chicken stock
4 cups diced potatoes
2 pounds cod, diced into 1/2 inch cubes
1 cup clam juice
½ cup all-purpose flour
⅛ teaspoon Old Bay Seasoning TM, or to taste
salt to taste
ground black pepper to taste
2 (12 fluid ounce) cans evaporated milk
¼ cup cooked crumbled bacon

Steps:

  • In a large stockpot, melt 2 tablespoons butter over medium heat. Saute onions, mushrooms and celery in butter until tender.
  • Add chicken stock and potatoes; simmer for 10 minutes.
  • Add fish, and simmer another 10 minutes.
  • Mix together clam juice and flour until smooth; stir into soup and simmer for 1 minute more. Season to taste with Old Bay seasoning, salt, and pepper. Remove from heat, and stir in evaporated milk. Top each bowl with crumbled bacon, if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 386.1 calories, Carbohydrate 33.8 g, Cholesterol 83.5 mg, Fat 13.6 g, Fiber 2.8 g, Protein 31.9 g, SaturatedFat 7.2 g, Sodium 748 mg, Sugar 12.3 g

FISH CHOWDER



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You'll often find one-pot meals in Gullah cuisine, and this fish stew is definitely that! Creamy, smoky, and slightly sweet, it's packed with corn, potatoes, bacon and cod. It also feeds a crowd as an appetizer or main dish.

Provided by Kardea Brown

Categories     appetizer

Time 1h5m

Yield 8 appetizer servings; 4 to 6 main dish servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

8 slices thick-cut applewood-smoked bacon, diced, plus more cooked, crumbled bacon for garnish, optional
3 stalks celery, sliced
1 large yellow onion, diced
3 cloves garlic, minced
4 tablespoons unsalted butter
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
4 cups seafood or vegetable stock
2 cups heavy cream
2 cups fresh or frozen corn kernels
1 pound russet potatoes, peeled and cut into large chunks
2 teaspoons smoked paprika
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 pounds cod or other firm white fish, cut into bite-size pieces
Chopped fresh dill and chives, for garnish

Steps:

  • Place a large Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the bacon and cook until the fat begins to render but the bacon is still soft, about 5 minutes. Add the celery and onion and cook until the bacon is crisp and the vegetables are tender, about 5 minutes. Stir in the garlic.
  • Add the butter and flour and stir until combined. Cook until the flour is bubbly, about 2 minutes. Slowly add the stock and whisk until combined. Whisk in the heavy cream.
  • Add the corn, potatoes and paprika. Season with salt and pepper. Cover and cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the potatoes are tender, about 15 minutes.
  • Add the fish to the Dutch oven. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer until the fish flakes with a fork, 5 to 7 more minutes. Season with salt and pepper. Spoon into serving bowls and garnish with dill and chives. Sprinkle with additional crumbled bacon, if desired.

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

CREAMY FISH CHOWDER



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WE were tired of the same old vegetable soup and I had on hand some fish that needed to be cooked, so this was the creation of our favorite fish chowder. Occasionally, I enhance it still further by adding another vegetable, such as corn or peas, to add to color and nutrition.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 40m

Yield 3-1/2 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/3 cup chopped onion
1 tablespoon butter
2 cups chicken broth
1-1/2 cups diced potatoes
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons mashed potato flakes
2 cups milk
1/2 pound cod or haddock fillets, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, saute onion in butter until tender. Add the broth, potatoes, salt and pepper. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 20 minutes or until potatoes are tender., In a bowl, combine the flour, potato flakes and milk until smooth. Stir into the potato mixture. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; add fish and parsley. Cover and simmer for 5-10 minutes or until fish is opaque.

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EASY FISH CHOWDER



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A belly-warmer for the long cold days of winter and a meal in itself...Serve with some oyster crackers!

Provided by CookinwithGas

Categories     Chowders

Time 40m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 lbs haddock fillets
3 cups water
4 cups potatoes, 1/2 inch chunks
1 medium yellow onion, chopped
1/2 medium green bell pepper, chopped
1 medium tomatoes, peeled and chopped
1 cup 1% low-fat milk
1 teaspoon salt (optional)
1 teaspoon pepper
1/2 cup low-fat cheddar cheese, shredded

Steps:

  • Place haddock and water in a dutch oven and heat to boiling.
  • Cover and reduce heat to low and simmer approximately 10-15 minutes or until the fish is white and flakes easily.
  • Remove the halibut, reserving (set aside) the 'broth' (liquid); cut the haddock into bite size pieces.
  • Return 1 CUP of the reserved broth to the dutch oven.
  • Add the potatoes, onion and green pepper and simmer 15 minutes or just until the potatoes are tender.
  • Add the remaining broth, the haddock, tomato, milk, salt and pepper.
  • Heat until hot, but do not boil; sprinkle with cheese before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 192.4, Fat 1.7, SaturatedFat 0.7, Cholesterol 67.8, Sodium 141.8, Carbohydrate 17.3, Fiber 2.2, Sugar 3.4, Protein 26.1

CODFISH CHOWDER



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A great, easy chowder made with bacon, potatoes, corn and fish. You can replace the milk with half-and-half or cream and the fish with seafood if you want a richer chowder.

Provided by yanktoncook

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Chowders     Fish Chowder Recipes

Time 1h

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 14

8 slices bacon, diced
1 large onion, diced
1 red bell pepper, seeded and diced
salt and ground black pepper to taste
2 cloves garlic, chopped
1 ½ tablespoons seafood seasoning (such as Old Bay®)
1 (16 ounce) can chicken broth
3 red potatoes, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
4 ears sweet corn, shucked and kernels cut off
½ cup water, or as needed to cover
2 cups whole milk, or more as needed
2 tablespoons butter
1 pound thick cod fillets, cut into 1-inch pieces
2 tablespoons chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley

Steps:

  • Cook bacon in a soup pot over medium heat until crisp and brown, about 10 minutes. Remove bacon with a slotted spoon, leaving drippings in the pot. Cook and stir onion and red bell pepper until softened, about 5 minutes; season with salt and pepper. Stir in garlic and seafood seasoning and cook and stir 2 more minutes.
  • Pour in chicken broth and stir in potatoes and corn; add water if needed to cover vegetables. Bring to a boil and reduce heat to low; simmer until potatoes are tender, about 15 minutes. Stir in milk and butter until butter has melted; mix in reserved bacon. Bring the soup just to the boiling point and stir in cod and parsley; cook, stirring occasionally, until fish flakes easily, 5 to 8 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 407.7 calories, Carbohydrate 23.1 g, Cholesterol 78.1 mg, Fat 24.9 g, Fiber 3.2 g, Protein 23.8 g, SaturatedFat 9.8 g, Sodium 1206 mg, Sugar 8.1 g

NEW ENGLAND FISH CHOWDER



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This recipe was handed down by my mother, although I have changed it a bit. This really reflects our region, since New England is famous for its fish.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 45m

Yield about 4-1/2 quarts.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/2 cup butter, divided
3 medium onions, sliced
5 medium potatoes, peeled and diced
4 teaspoons salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
3 cups boiling water
2 pounds haddock, cut into large chunks
4 cups milk
1 can (12 ounces) evaporated milk
Additional salt and pepper, optional

Steps:

  • In a Dutch oven, melt 1/4 cup butter over medium heat. Cook onions until tender but not browned. Add the potatoes, salt, pepper and water. Top with fish. Simmer, covered, until potatoes are fork-tender, 20-25 minutes. , In a large saucepan, heat milk over medium heat until bubbles form around side of saucepan. Stir in evaporated milk and remaining butter; add to fish and potato mixture. If desired, season with additional salt and pepper. Heat through.

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Tips:

  • Use fresh, high-quality fish. This will make a big difference in the flavor of your chowder.
  • Don't overcook the fish. Fish cooks quickly, so be careful not to overcook it or it will become tough and dry.
  • Use a variety of vegetables. This will add flavor and texture to your chowder.
  • Use a good quality broth. The broth is the base of your chowder, so it's important to use a good quality one. You can use fish broth, chicken broth, or vegetable broth.
  • Season your chowder to taste. Add salt, pepper, and other seasonings to taste.
  • Serve your chowder with crusty bread or crackers. This will help to soak up the broth and make a delicious meal.

Conclusion:

Fish chowder is a delicious and easy-to-make meal that is perfect for a cold day. With a few simple ingredients, you can create a flavorful and satisfying chowder that your family and friends will love. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give fish chowder a try.

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