Confetti Seafood Chowder Recipe

Name: Confetti Seafood Chowder
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 ½ tablespoons butter (unsalted); 1 small yellow onion (finely chopped); 3 celery ribs (finely chopped); 1 large red bell pepper (seeded and finely chopped); 2 medium russet potatoes (peeled & diced); 2 cups chicken broth; 1 bay leaf; ⅛ teaspoon paprika; 1 teaspoon thyme (dried); ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper; 2 teaspoons salt (or to taste); 2 cups whole milk; 1 cup half-and-half; 2 cups frozen corn kernels (thawed); 1 lb seafood (Your choice)

Servings: persons

1 ½ tablespoons butter (unsalted)
1 small yellow onion (finely chopped)
3 celery ribs (finely chopped)
1 large red bell pepper (seeded and finely chopped)
2 medium russet potatoes (peeled & diced)
2 cups chicken broth
1 bay leaf
⅛ teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon thyme (dried)
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
2 teaspoons salt (or to taste)
2 cups whole milk
1 cup half-and-half
2 cups frozen corn kernels (thawed)
1 lb seafood (Your choice)

1
Heat butter , and add onions and celery & cook, stirring a few times, until the onion is transparent 2-3 minutes.
2
Add the bell pepper & cook until it begins to soften, 2-3 minutes longer.
3
While the veggies are cooking, put the potatoes in the slow cooker.
4
When the veggies are ready, scrape them into the cooker along with any remaining butter.
5
Add the broth, bay leaf, paprika, thyme, and black pepper.
6
If the broth is unsalted add 1/2tsp salt.
7
Stir the top half of the ingredients very gently, trying NOT to disturb the potaotes, which she stay submerged.
8
Cover and cook on LOW until the potatoes are fork tender, 5-6 hours.
9
Add the milk, half-and-half, corn, and seafood and stir to combine.
10
Cover and cook on HIGH until the chowder is heated through and the seafood is just cooked through, about 1 hour longer.
11
Taste for salt and pepper.
12
Remove the Bay Leaf before serving.

472

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

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 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 ½ tablespoons butter (unsalted), 1 small yellow onion (finely chopped), 3 celery ribs (finely chopped), 1 large red bell pepper (seeded and finely chopped), and more.

Yes, Confetti 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Confetti Seafood Chowder

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Variations & substitutions

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