Tuna and Red Pepper Chowder

Warm up with a comforting bowl of Tuna and Red Pepper Chowder, a hearty and flavorful soup that’s both satisfying and easy to make. This recipe combines sweet red bell peppers, tender potatoes, and flaky canned tuna for a protein-packed chowder that’s ready in under an hour. Seasoned with fragrant thyme and smoky paprika, the dish balances creamy richness from heavy cream with the savory depth of chicken or vegetable broth. Perfect for weeknight dinners or cozy winter evenings, this chowder is deliciously versatile, gluten-free, and made with pantry staples. Garnish with fresh parsley for a vibrant, herbaceous finish, and serve it piping hot alongside crusty bread or a crisp green salad.

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 1 large yellow onion
• 3 large garlic cloves
• 2 large red bell peppers
• 3 medium potatoes
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
• 2 5-ounce cans canned tuna (in water, drained)
• 0.5 cup heavy cream
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Finely chop the onion and mince the garlic. Add both to the pot and sauté until the onion becomes translucent, about 3-4 minutes.

Step 3

Dice the red bell peppers and peel and dice the potatoes into small, bite-sized pieces.

Step 4

Add the bell peppers to the pot and cook for another 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 5

Stir in the thyme, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 6

Add the diced potatoes and pour in the chicken or vegetable broth. Increase the heat to high until the mixture comes to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender.

Step 7

Stir in the drained tuna, breaking it into chunks as you mix. Let it simmer for 3 minutes to warm through.

Step 8

Reduce the heat to very low and stir in the heavy cream. Let it cook for an additional 2 minutes, taking care not to let it boil to prevent curdling.

Step 9

Taste and adjust the seasoning with additional salt or pepper, if desired.

Step 10

Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley if desired, and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	2570.8 grams (2570.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2023

Total Fat 97.90g	126%
Saturated Fat 42.80g	214%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.40g
Cholesterol 286mg	95%
Sodium 6895mg	300%
Total Carbohydrate 176.10g	64%
Dietary Fiber 25.70g	92%
Total Sugars 29.00g
Protein 101.70g	203%

Vitamin D 231IU	1157%
Calcium 272mg	21%
Iron 13mg	73%
Potassium 5324mg	113%

*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: 44.2%

Protein: 20.4%

Carbs: 35.4%