Delicious Healthy Seafood Chowder for Cozy Nights In

This Healthy Seafood Chowder is a comforting dish packed with wholesome ingredients, making it perfect for cozy nights in.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 30

Total Time 45

Servings: 4 bowls

Course: Soups

Calories: 300

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Chowder Base

2 tablespoons Butter Substitute with olive oil for dairy-free
1 Onion Provides aromatic base flavor
1 Fennel Can be substituted with diced celery
2 cups Diced Red Potatoes Other waxy potatoes work well
2 cups Sliced Carrots Any similar root vegetable can work
4 cups Clam Juice Substitute with chicken or seafood broth
1 cup Water Can be replaced with additional clam juice or broth
To taste Salt Adjust based on broth saltiness
To taste Ground Pepper Freshly ground pepper enhances flavor
1 teaspoon Thyme Can be substituted with Italian seasoning

For the Seafood

1 pound Cod Fillet Any white fish works
0.5 pound Shrimp Replace with scallops or other seafood

For the Creaminess

1 cup Heavy Whipping Cream Substitute with almond or coconut milk for a lighter option
To taste Fresh Parsley Garnish for freshness and color

Equipment

large saucepan

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Melt 2 tablespoons of butter in a large saucepan over medium-low heat. Add 1 chopped onion and 1 diced fennel bulb, cooking until tender, about 10 minutes.
Stir in 2 diced red potatoes and 2 sliced carrots. Add 4 cups of clam juice and 1 cup of water. Season with salt and pepper, and sprinkle in 1 teaspoon of thyme. Bring to a boil then simmer for about 10 minutes.
Add 1 pound of cod fillet cut into bite-sized pieces and ½ pound of shrimp. Stir gently to integrate the seafood, cover, and simmer for another 5 minutes.
Remove from heat and stir in 1 cup of heavy whipping cream carefully, avoiding boiling.
Ladle into bowls and sprinkle with parsley. Serve hot, ideally with crusty bread.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 7mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

Chowder tastes even better the next day. Store any leftovers in the refrigerator and reheat gently.

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