New England Seafood Chowder the Real Deal

Dive into the comforting flavors of coastal New England with this authentic "New England Seafood Chowder: The Real Deal." This velvety, seafood-packed chowder is the perfect blend of creamy richness and oceanic freshness, featuring an irresistible trio of cod or haddock, plump sea scallops, and tender shrimp. Elevated with aromatic onions, celery, garlic, and herbs, and thickened naturally with russet potatoes, this classic recipe strikes the perfect balance of hearty and elegant. A splash of dry white wine and the briny depth of clam juice enhance the deliciously creamy base, while fresh parsley adds a pop of color and brightness. Ready in just over an hour, this chowder is an ideal centerpiece for cozy gatherings or indulgent weeknight dinners, especially when served with a handful of crunchy oyster crackers. Perfect for seafood lovers, this dish is a true taste of New England in every spoonful!

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:65 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 3 tablespoons Butter
• 1 medium Yellow onion, diced
• 2 stalks Celery stalks, diced
• 3 cloves Garlic, minced
• 2 large Russet potatoes, peeled and diced
• 4 cups Clam juice
• 1 cup Dry white wine
• 1 leaf Bay leaf
• 1 teaspoon Fresh thyme leaves
• 2 cups Heavy cream
• 1 pound Cod or haddock fillets, cut into 1-inch pieces
• 1 pound Sea scallops
• 1 pound Shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 cup Oyster crackers, for serving (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Melt the butter in a large, heavy-bottomed pot over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the diced onion and celery, and sauté for 5-7 minutes until softened but not browned.

Step 3

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

Step 4

Add the diced potatoes, clam juice, dry white wine, bay leaf, and thyme to the pot.

Step 5

Bring the mixture to a boil, reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender.

Step 6

Remove and discard the bay leaf. Use a potato masher to lightly mash some of the potatoes in the pot to help thicken the chowder.

Step 7

Stir in the heavy cream and bring the mixture back to a gentle simmer.

Step 8

Add the cod or haddock pieces, sea scallops, and shrimp to the chowder. Cook for 5-7 minutes, or until the seafood is opaque and fully cooked through.

Step 9

Season the chowder with salt and pepper to taste.

Step 10

Sprinkle the chopped parsley over the top and serve hot, optionally accompanied by oyster crackers.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(4144.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	5231.2

Total Fat 242.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 125.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.1g
Cholesterol 1885.6mg	0%
Sodium 12973.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 344.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 12.1g	0%
Total Sugars 12.8g
Protein 335.6g	0%

Vitamin D 188.2IU	0%
Calcium 648.6mg	0%
Iron 23.7mg	0%
Potassium 8624.7mg	0%

*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: 44.5%

Protein: 27.4%

Carbs: 28.1%