The Chart House Clam Chowder Copycat Including Spice Blend

Indulge in the creamy, savory goodness of The Chart House Clam Chowder Copycat, a rich and hearty seafood classic enhanced by a perfectly balanced homemade spice blend. This copycat recipe captures the signature flavors of the beloved restaurant dish, blending tender clams, velvety potatoes, and a luscious mix of milk and cream. Infused with aromatic seasonings like thyme, oregano, and paprika, and finished with crispy crumbled bacon for an irresistible smoky touch, this chowder is comfort food at its finest. With a satisfying homemade roux and fresh parsley garnish, it’s the perfect dish to warm your soul and impress your guests. Serve it with crusty bread or oyster crackers for an authentic, restaurant-quality experience right in your kitchen.

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:65 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 3 cups clams, canned (with juice)
• 2 cups water
• 2 cups russet potatoes, peeled and diced
• 6 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1 cup yellow onion, finely diced
• 1 cup celery, finely diced
• 0.5 cup all-purpose flour
• 4 cups milk
• 2 cups heavy cream
• 2 teaspoons salt
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 teaspoon thyme, dried
• 0.5 teaspoon oregano, dried
• 0.5 teaspoon paprika
• 2 bay leaves
• 0.5 cup bacon, cooked and crumbled
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Drain the canned clams, reserving all the clam juice.

Step 2

In a medium pot, combine the clam juice and water. Bring to a gentle boil, then add the diced potatoes. Cover and simmer for 10-15 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender. Remove the pot from heat and set aside.

Step 3

In a large, heavy-bottomed pot, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the diced onion and celery, and cook until softened but not browned, approximately 5-7 minutes.

Step 4

Sprinkle the flour over the onion and celery mixture, stirring constantly to create a roux. Cook for 2-3 minutes to remove the raw flour taste.

Step 5

Slowly whisk in the milk and heavy cream, stirring until the mixture is smooth and begins to thicken, about 5 minutes.

Step 6

Stir in the reserved clam juice and water (with the cooked potatoes included). Add the salt, black pepper, thyme, oregano, paprika, and bay leaves.

Step 7

Reduce the heat to low and simmer the chowder for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent scorching.

Step 8

Add the canned clams and cooked bacon to the chowder, and simmer for an additional 5 minutes. Remove the bay leaves before serving.

Step 9

Taste the chowder and adjust the seasoning as necessary. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired.

Step 10

Serve hot with crusty bread or oyster crackers.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3322.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3088.5

Total Fat 155.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 73.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.7g
Cholesterol 694.7mg	0%
Sodium 11943.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 222.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 16.2g	0%
Total Sugars 61.8g
Protein 205.1g	0%

Vitamin D 429.4IU	0%
Calcium 1814.4mg	0%
Iron 208.1mg	0%
Potassium 7108.1mg	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: 45.0%

Protein: 26.4%

Carbs: 28.6%