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A bowl of creamy clam chowder garnished with fresh parsley, displayed on a modern countertop with a spoon and crackers.
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Clam Chowder Recipe

Discover the ultimate clam chowder recipe that’s creamy, comforting, and packed with flavor. Perfect for cozy nights !
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time30 minutes
Total Time45 minutes
Course: Side Dish, Soup
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Clam Chowder, Comfort Food
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 300kcal
Author: Carlos Bly

Ingredients

Clams (canned or fresh):

  • 2 cups

Potatoes (diced):

  • 2 medium

Onion (chopped):

  • 1 medium

Butter:

  • 2 tablespoons

All-purpose flour:

  • 1/4 cup

Chicken or vegetable broth:

  • 3 cups

Heavy cream:

  • 1 cup

Salt:

  • to taste

Black pepper:

  • to taste

Fresh parsley (chopped, for garnish):

  • 2 tablespoons

Instructions

Sauté the Onions:

  • In a large pot, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the chopped onions and sauté until they are soft and translucent.

Add Potatoes:

  • Stir in the diced potatoes and cook for a few minutes.

Make the Roux:

  • Sprinkle the flour over the onions and potatoes, stirring to coat. Cook for about 2 minutes, allowing the flour to absorb the flavors.

Add Broth:

  • Slowly pour in the chicken or vegetable broth, stirring constantly to prevent lumps. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer until the potatoes are tender (about 15 minutes).

Incorporate Clams and Cream:

  • Stir in the clams and heavy cream. Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Simmer for an additional 5 minutes.

Serve:

  • Ladle the chowder into bowls, top with chopped parsley, and enjoy!

Notes

Nutrition Information (per serving):

  • Calories: 300
  • Total Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 9g
  • Cholesterol: 60mg
  • Sodium: 700mg
  • Total Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Dietary Fiber: 3g
  • Sugars: 2g
  • Protein: 10g