Beaucoup Seafood Chowder

Dive into a bowl of indulgent comfort with this Beaucoup Seafood Chowder, a rich and creamy dish brimming with fresh shrimp, tender crab, and juicy clams. This seafood lover's dream is perfectly balanced with hearty potatoes, sweet corn, and aromatic herbs like thyme and a bay leaf for layers of depth in every bite. The chowder features a luxurious base of butter, olive oil, and heavy cream, creating a velvety texture that pairs beautifully with its medley of flavors. A touch of garlic, sautéed onion, and celery adds savory notes, while the hint of fresh parsley offers a pop of brightness to round it all out. Ready in just an hour, this easy recipe serves six and is perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions. Serve it piping hot with crusty bread for a restaurant-worthy feast that will have everyone coming back for seconds.

Nutriscore Rating: 61/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 4 tablespoons Butter
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 large Yellow onion, diced
• 2 medium Celery stalks, diced
• 3 large Garlic cloves, minced
• 0.25 cup All-purpose flour
• 4 cups Chicken or seafood stock
• 3 medium Russet potatoes, peeled and diced
• 2 cups Heavy cream
• 1 pound Shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 1 cup Cooked crab meat
• 2 cans (6.5 ounces each) Canned clams with their juice
• 1 cup Sweet corn kernels (fresh, frozen, or canned)
• 1 Bay leaf
• 1 teaspoon Fresh thyme leaves
• 1 teaspoon (or to taste) Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon (or to taste) Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped (optional garnish)

Directions

Step 1

In a large soup pot or Dutch oven, heat the butter and olive oil over medium heat until the butter is melted.

Step 2

Add the diced onion and celery. Sauté for 5-7 minutes until softened and translucent, stirring occasionally.

Step 3

Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 4

Sprinkle the flour over the vegetables and stir well to coat. Cook for 2 minutes to remove the raw flour taste.

Step 5

Gradually add the chicken or seafood stock, stirring continuously to incorporate the flour mixture and prevent lumps.

Step 6

Add the diced potatoes, bay leaf, and thyme. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer for 15 minutes or until the potatoes are tender.

Step 7

Stir in the heavy cream, shrimp, crab meat, clams with their juice, and corn. Simmer gently for 7-10 minutes, or until the shrimp are opaque and cooked through.

Step 8

Season the chowder with salt and black pepper, adjusting to taste. Remove the bay leaf before serving.

Step 9

Ladle the chowder into bowls, garnish with fresh parsley if desired, and serve hot with crusty bread or oyster crackers.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	2423.9 grams (2423.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3222

Total Fat 247.80g	318%
Saturated Fat 127.90g	640%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.10g
Cholesterol 1645mg	548%
Sodium 9674mg	421%
Total Carbohydrate 44.20g	16%
Dietary Fiber 5.80g	21%
Total Sugars 12.90g
Protein 176.90g	354%

Vitamin D 9IU	45%
Calcium 497mg	38%
Iron 6mg	33%
Potassium 2673mg	57%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 71.6%

Protein: 22.7%

Carbs: 5.7%