Halfway Healthy Clam Chowder Recipe

Name: Halfway Healthy Clam Chowder
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 24 ounces, fluid Clam Juice; 1 pound Potatoes, Cubed Into 1/2 Inch Pieces; 2 Tablespoons Olive Oil; 3 slices Bacon, Chopped; 2 cloves Garlic, Pressed And Minced; 1 whole Medium White Onion, Chopped; 2 stalks Celery, Chopped; 3 whole Carrots, Chopped; 1/4 cups All-purpose Flour; 40 ounces, fluid Clams, Canned In Juice; 1/2 cups Corn Kernels; 1/4 cups Chicken Broth; 3/4 cups Half-and-half; 1 teaspoon Dried Rosemary; 1/2 teaspoons Fresh Ground Black Pepper; 1 teaspoon Tabasco

Servings: persons

24 ounces, fluid Clam Juice
1 pound Potatoes, Cubed Into 1/2 Inch Pieces
2 Tablespoons Olive Oil
3 slices Bacon, Chopped
2 cloves Garlic, Pressed And Minced
1 whole Medium White Onion, Chopped
2 stalks Celery, Chopped
3 whole Carrots, Chopped
1/4 cups All-purpose Flour
40 ounces, fluid Clams, Canned In Juice
1/2 cups Corn Kernels
1/4 cups Chicken Broth
3/4 cups Half-and-half
1 teaspoon Dried Rosemary
1/2 teaspoons Fresh Ground Black Pepper
1 teaspoon Tabasco

1
In a large pot, bring clam juice to a boil and add potato cubes. Return to a boil, then reduce heat to medium-low and simmer for around 5 minutes. Remove from heat.
2
In a large skillet heat butter or oil over medium heat. Add bacon pieces and saute until they begin to brown. Add garlic, onion, carrots, and celery. Saute for 6-8 minutes, until softened. Add flour and reduce heat to medium low. Cook for 2 minutes then add 1 cup of clam juice from the potato mixture. Whisk until well combined, and continue to cook for additional 5 minutes.
3
Add vegetable mixture to the pot with potatoes and clam juice. Stir to combine, and add remaining ingredients. Return pot to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer for 15 minutes. Salt and pepper to taste. Enjoy!
4
Nutrition Info (just FYI- not too shabby for clam chowder!) per 1.5 cup serving: 317 calories, 13 g fat, 7 g saturated fat (uh oh), 25 g protein, 27 g carbohydrates, 3 g fiber

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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

A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-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 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 24 ounces, fluid Clam Juice, 1 pound Potatoes, Cubed Into 1/2 Inch Pieces, 2 Tablespoons Olive Oil, 3 slices Bacon, Chopped, and more.

Yes, Halfway Healthy Clam 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.

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Halfway Healthy Clam Chowder

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Variations & substitutions

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