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Creamy Comfort Seafood Chowder

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A quick and easy homemade seafood chowder that combines fresh seafood, tender potatoes, and a creamy broth for a warm, comforting meal ready in 30 minutes.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound mixed seafood (shrimp, scallops, cod chunks), fresh or thawed frozen
  • 2 medium Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and diced
  • 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
  • 2 stalks celery, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
  • 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour (or gluten-free flour blend)
  • 4 cups seafood stock or chicken broth (low sodium preferred)
  • 1½ cups whole milk
  • ½ cup heavy cream
  • 1 teaspoon fresh thyme, chopped (or ½ teaspoon dried thyme)
  • 1 bay leaf
  • Salt and freshly cracked black pepper, to taste
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Prep your ingredients: dice potatoes into ½-inch cubes, chop onions and celery finely, mince garlic, and clean seafood if needed.
  2. Make the roux: melt butter in a large pot over medium heat. Add flour and whisk constantly for 2-3 minutes until light golden and nutty.
  3. Add onion, celery, and garlic to the roux. Cook until softened, about 3 minutes, stirring frequently.
  4. Gradually whisk in seafood stock or chicken broth, ensuring no lumps form.
  5. Add diced potatoes, bay leaf, and thyme. Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat and simmer until potatoes are tender, about 10-12 minutes. Stir occasionally.
  6. Lower heat and slowly stir in milk and heavy cream. Heat gently without boiling. Season with salt and pepper.
  7. Add mixed seafood and simmer gently until cooked through and opaque, about 4-5 minutes. Avoid overcooking.
  8. Remove bay leaf. Stir in fresh parsley and adjust seasoning if needed. Serve hot with crusty bread or oyster crackers.

Notes

If chowder is too thick, add more broth or milk to loosen. If too thin, simmer uncovered to thicken. Use freshest seafood possible and avoid overcooking to keep seafood tender. Roux is essential for creamy texture. Can substitute flour with gluten-free blend or cornstarch slurry for gluten-free version. Heavy cream can be skipped or replaced with plant-based milk for lighter or dairy-free options.

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