No Work Salmon Chowder
Warm, comforting, and irresistibly creamy, this No Work Salmon Chowder is the ultimate one-pot recipe for busy weeknights. Packed with tender baby potatoes, sweet bursts of corn, and the rich flavor of canned salmon, this chowder delivers a hearty meal with minimal effort. Ready in just 35 minutes, it features aromatic sautéed vegetables, a touch of smoked paprika, and a splash of heavy cream for a velvety finish. Simply simmer everything together, garnish with fresh parsley, and serve up steaming bowls of this soul-soothing dish. Perfect as a quick family dinner, this easy salmon chowder requires no fancy techniques but delivers restaurant-worthy results.
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Ingredients
- 15 oz Canned salmon
- 3 cups Baby potatoes (or diced Yukon Gold potatoes)
- 1.5 cups Frozen corn kernels
- 1 cup Celery, diced
- 1 cup Carrot, diced
- 4 cups Chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 cup Heavy cream
- 1 Yellow onion, finely chopped
- 2 Garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tbsp Butter
- 1 tsp Dried thyme
- 1 tsp Smoked paprika
- 1 tsp Salt
- 0.5 tsp Black pepper
- 2 tbsp Fresh parsley (for garnish)
Directions
Step 1
In a large pot, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the chopped onion, diced celery, and diced carrot. Sauté for 5-7 minutes until the vegetables are tender.
Step 2
Add the minced garlic to the pot and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
Step 3
Pour in the chicken or vegetable broth and bring to a simmer.
Step 4
Stir in the diced potatoes and cook for 10-12 minutes until they become fork-tender.
Step 5
Reduce the heat to low. Stir in the canned salmon (including its liquid), frozen corn, dried thyme, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Mix gently to combine.
Step 6
Add the heavy cream to the pot and stir well. Allow the chowder to heat through for about 5 minutes, being careful not to let it boil.
Step 7
Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Remove the pot from the heat.
Step 8
Ladle the chowder into bowls and garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | 3142.8 grams (3142.8g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2611 |
| Total Fat 128.40g | 165% |
| Saturated Fat 65.50g | 328% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 6.20g | |
| Cholesterol 659mg | 220% |
| Sodium 8000mg | 348% |
| Total Carbohydrate 222.00g | 81% |
| Dietary Fiber 34.90g | 125% |
| Total Sugars 42.40g | |
| Protein 139.80g | 280% |
| Vitamin D 2403IU | 12014% |
| Calcium 567mg | 44% |
| Iron 13mg | 71% |
| Potassium 6672mg | 142% |
Source of Calories