🦐 Creamy Seafood Chowder Recipe

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🦐 Creamy Seafood Chowder Recipe










This Creamy Seafood Chowder is the ultimate comfort food — warm, hearty, and bursting with tender shrimp, flaky fish, and a rich, garlicky cream broth. It’s an elegant yet easy recipe perfect for cozy nights or impressing guests with a restaurant-worthy dish at home.

🧄 Ingredients

  • 1 lb (450g) shrimp, peeled and deveined

  • 1 lb (450g) white fish (like cod, haddock, or tilapia), cut into chunks

  • 2 tbsp butter

  • 1 tbsp olive oil

  • 1 medium onion, finely chopped

  • 3 cloves garlic, minced

  • 2 medium potatoes, peeled and cubed

  • 2 cups seafood or chicken broth

  • 1 cup heavy cream

  • 1 cup whole milk

  • ½ cup grated Parmesan (optional for richness)

  • 1 tsp paprika

  • Salt and pepper to taste

  • Fresh parsley, for garnish

  • Lemon wedges (for serving)

🍳 Instructions

  1. Sauté aromatics:
    In a large pot, melt butter with olive oil over medium heat. Add onion and garlic, and sauté until fragrant and translucent.

  2. Cook the potatoes:
    Add the diced potatoes and broth. Simmer for about 10–12 minutes, until the potatoes are tender.

  3. Add seafood:
    Gently add shrimp and fish pieces to the pot. Cook for 5–6 minutes, until the seafood is opaque and cooked through.

  4. Make it creamy:
    Stir in the heavy cream, milk, paprika, and Parmesan (if using). Simmer gently for 3–5 minutes — do not boil.

  5. Season and serve:
    Adjust salt and pepper to taste. Garnish with fresh parsley and a squeeze of lemon.

🍽️ Tips for Success

  • Add clams, scallops, or crab for extra flavor variety.

  • For a smoky twist, stir in a bit of smoked paprika or bacon bits.

  • Serve with warm crusty bread or garlic toast to soak up every drop!

🧡 Why You’ll Love It

Creamy, flavorful, and filling — this chowder brings together the best of the sea in one comforting bowl. Perfect for any season! 🌊🍲


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