Quick and Easy Clam Chowder

Warm up your table with this comforting and flavorful Quick and Easy Clam Chowder! Perfect for busy weeknights, this creamy soup comes together in just 30 minutes, blending pantry staples with fresh ingredients for a restaurant-quality dish you can make at home. Tender diced potatoes, savory clams, and hints of garlic and thyme are simmered in a velvety base of clam juice, chicken broth, and heavy cream, delivering a hearty and satisfying meal in every bite. Garnished with fresh parsley and paired with buttery oyster crackers or crusty bread, this classic New England-style recipe is a must-try for seafood lovers. Whether you're looking for a cozy lunch or a quick dinner idea, this clam chowder recipe is sure to become a family favorite.

Nutriscore Rating: 63/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 3 tablespoons Butter
• 1 medium Onion, finely chopped
• 2 Celery stalks, diced
• 2 cloves Garlic, minced
• 3 tablespoons All-purpose flour
• 2 cups Clam juice
• 1 cup Chicken broth
• 2 large Russet potatoes, peeled and diced
• 2 cans (6.5 oz each) Canned clams, drained and liquid reserved
• 1 cup Heavy cream
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon Dried thyme
• 2 tablespoons Chopped fresh parsley, for garnish
• 1 optional Oyster crackers or crusty bread, for serving

Directions

Step 1

In a large pot over medium heat, melt the butter.

Step 2

Add the chopped onion and diced celery, and sauté for 4-5 minutes until they are softened.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 4

Sprinkle the all-purpose flour over the vegetables and stir well to coat. Cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly, to remove the raw flour taste.

Step 5

Gradually whisk in the clam juice and chicken broth until smooth. Bring the mixture to a simmer.

Step 6

Add the diced potatoes and the reserved clam liquid. Cover and let simmer for 10-12 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender.

Step 7

Lower the heat to medium-low. Stir in the canned clams, heavy cream, salt, black pepper, and dried thyme. Cook for 2-3 minutes or until the chowder is heated through. Do not boil once the cream is added.

Step 8

Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.

Step 9

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

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1964.2 grams (1964.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1870

Total Fat 118.80g	152%
Saturated Fat 67.90g	340%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.10g
Cholesterol 359mg	120%
Sodium 5520mg	240%
Total Carbohydrate 157.60g	57%
Dietary Fiber 14.30g	51%
Total Sugars 13.20g
Protein 32.20g	64%

Vitamin D 7IU	34%
Calcium 320mg	25%
Iron 12mg	66%
Potassium 3856mg	82%

*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: 58.5%

Protein: 7.0%

Carbs: 34.5%