Cheddar Seafood Chowder Recipe

Name: Cheddar Seafood Chowder
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 6 bacon strips, chopped; 2 celery ribs, finely chopped; 1/2 cup chopped sweet orange pepper; 1 small onion, finely chopped; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 1/4 cup all-purpose flour; 1 can (14-1/2 ounces) chicken broth; 2 cups 2% milk; 2 medium red potatoes, cubed; 1 teaspoon seafood seasoning; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1/2 pound uncooked medium shrimp, peeled and deveined; 1/2 pound bay scallops; 1-1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese

Servings: persons

6 bacon strips, chopped
2 celery ribs, finely chopped
1/2 cup chopped sweet orange pepper
1 small onion, finely chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) chicken broth
2 cups 2% milk
2 medium red potatoes, cubed
1 teaspoon seafood seasoning
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 pound uncooked medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
1/2 pound bay scallops
1-1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese

1
In a large saucepan, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp. Remove to paper towels with a slotted spoon; drain, reserving 2 tablespoons drippings.
2
In the drippings, saute the celery, orange pepper and onion until crisp-tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Stir in flour until blended; gradually add broth and milk. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 1 minute or until thickened.
3
Add the potatoes, seafood seasoning and salt; return to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 10-15 minutes or until potatoes are tender.
4
Add shrimp and scallops; cook and stir for 3-4 minutes or until shrimp turn pink and scallops are opaque. Stir in cheese until melted. Garnish each serving with bacon.

1364

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

116

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 6 bacon strips, chopped, 2 celery ribs, finely chopped, 1/2 cup chopped sweet orange pepper, 1 small onion, finely chopped, and more.

Yes, Cheddar Seafood Chowder falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Cheddar Seafood Chowder

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