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Ultimate Creamy Seafood Chowder (Ready in 30 Mins)

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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 4

Ingredients
  

  • 4 thick-cut slices bacon, diced
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
  • 2 ribs celery, finely chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 (8-ounce) bottle clam juice
  • 2 cups low-sodium chicken or vegetable broth
  • 1 pound Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and diced 1/2-inch
  • 1/2 pound cod or haddock fillet, skinless, cut into 1-inch chunks
  • 1/2 pound raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1/2 pound sea scallops, small or halved
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1 teaspoon salt, to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Instructions
 

  • In a large Dutch oven over medium heat, cook diced bacon until crispy (6-8 mins). Remove bacon with a slotted spoon, leaving the fat in the pot.
  • Add butter to the pot. Once melted, add onion and celery and sauté until softened (about 5 mins). Stir in garlic and cook for 1 more minute until fragrant.
  • Sprinkle flour over the vegetables and stir constantly for 2 minutes to cook out the raw flour taste.
  • Slowly whisk in the clam juice and broth until smooth. Scrape any browned bits from the bottom of the pot.
  • Add the diced potatoes. Bring to a simmer, then reduce heat to low, cover, and cook for 10-12 minutes until potatoes are fork-tender.
  • Gently stir in the cod, shrimp, and scallops. Cook for 3-4 minutes until the shrimp is pink and the fish is opaque. Do not overcook.
  • Turn heat to the lowest setting. Stir in the heavy cream, cooked bacon, fresh parsley, salt, and pepper. Heat through for 1-2 minutes but do not let it boil.
  • Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. Serve immediately, garnished with extra parsley.

Notes

For the best flavor, use fresh seafood from a reputable fishmonger. The quality of your ingredients will directly impact the final dish.
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