Noah's Ark Famous Clam Chowder

Dive into the comforting flavors of **Noah's Ark Famous Clam Chowder**, a rich and creamy classic that's perfect for seafood lovers. This hearty recipe combines smoky bacon, tender clams, velvety heavy cream, and a medley of aromatic vegetables like onion, celery, and garlic, all simmered together to create an irresistible bowl of goodness. A touch of thyme and bay leaf adds depth, while diced russet potatoes give the chowder its signature thickness and texture. Served piping hot and garnished with crispy bacon and fresh parsley, this clam chowder is perfect paired with crusty bread for a satisfying meal. Ready in just 45 minutes, it’s a must-try for cozy dinner nights or gatherings. Keywords: clam chowder recipe, creamy seafood soup, hearty chowder with bacon.

Nutriscore Rating: 64/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 4 slices bacon
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 1 medium yellow onion, diced
• 2 stalks celery, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 4 cups chicken broth
• 3 medium russet potatoes, peeled and diced
• 2 cans (6.5 ounces each) canned clams with juice
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 bay leaf
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
• 1 loaf crusty bread (optional, for serving)

Directions

Step 1

In a large pot or Dutch oven, cook the bacon over medium heat until crisp. Remove the bacon, crumble, and set aside, leaving the rendered fat in the pot.

Step 2

Add the butter to the pot with the bacon fat and melt over medium heat.

Step 3

Stir in the diced onion, celery, and garlic. Cook for 3-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are softened and fragrant.

Step 4

Sprinkle the flour over the vegetables and stir well to coat. Cook for 1-2 minutes to eliminate the raw flour taste.

Step 5

Gradually pour in the chicken broth, stirring constantly to prevent lumps. Bring the mixture to a simmer.

Step 6

Add the diced potatoes, thyme, bay leaf, salt, and black pepper to the pot. Reduce the heat to medium-low and cook for 15-20 minutes or until the potatoes are tender.

Step 7

Stir in the canned clams along with their juice and the heavy cream. Simmer for another 5 minutes, being careful not to let the chowder boil.

Step 8

Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Discard the bay leaf before serving.

Step 9

Garnish the clam chowder with crumbled bacon and fresh parsley. Serve hot with crusty bread on the side if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2653.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2983.9

Total Fat 129.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 68.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 337.5mg	0%
Sodium 7551.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 364.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 21.7g	0%
Total Sugars 20.8g
Protein 79.3g	0%

Vitamin D 9.6IU	0%
Calcium 443.3mg	0%
Iron 21.6mg	0%
Potassium 5028.2mg	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: 39.6%

Protein: 10.8%

Carbs: 49.6%