Easy Manhattan Clam Chowder

Dive into the bold, savory flavors of this **Easy Manhattan Clam Chowder**, a hearty and wholesome soup packed with vibrant vegetables, tender potatoes, and briny canned clams. Perfect for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings, this tomato-based chowder combines a medley of diced tomatoes, clam juice, and aromatic herbs like oregano and thyme for a deliciously comforting meal. With just 15 minutes of prep time and a one-pot cooking method, it’s a quick and simple recipe that doesn’t skimp on taste. Garnished with fresh parsley, this healthy and flavorful chowder serves up a taste of the coast in every spoonful. Perfect for soup lovers seeking a lighter twist on classic clam chowder!

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
• 2 celery stalks, diced
• 1 large carrot, peeled and diced
• 1 red bell pepper, diced
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 28 ounces canned diced tomatoes (with juice)
• 16 ounces clam juice
• 2 cups chicken or vegetable broth
• 3 medium red potatoes, diced
• 1 bay leaf
• 1 teaspoons dried oregano
• 0.5 teaspoons dried thyme
• 1 teaspoons salt
• 0.5 teaspoons ground black pepper
• 2 cans (6.5 ounces each) canned clams (with juice)
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the chopped onion, celery, carrot, and red bell pepper. Sauté for 5–7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are softened.

Step 3

Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute, stirring frequently to prevent burning.

Step 4

Stir in the diced tomatoes (with their juice), clam juice, and chicken or vegetable broth.

Step 5

Add the diced potatoes, bay leaf, dried oregano, dried thyme, salt, and black pepper to the pot. Stir to combine.

Step 6

Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for 20–25 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender.

Step 7

Add the canned clams with their juice to the pot and stir well. Simmer for an additional 5 minutes to heat through.

Step 8

Remove the bay leaf and adjust seasoning with additional salt or pepper, if needed.

Step 9

Ladle the chowder into bowls and garnish with chopped fresh parsley before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	3173.9 grams (3173.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1185

Total Fat 37.60g	48%
Saturated Fat 6.10g	31%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 106mg	35%
Sodium 9418mg	409%
Total Carbohydrate 157.90g	57%
Dietary Fiber 25.50g	91%
Total Sugars 42.90g
Protein 67.50g	135%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 663mg	51%
Iron 70mg	389%
Potassium 5470mg	116%

*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: 27.3%

Protein: 21.8%

Carbs: 50.9%