New England Creamy Clam Chowder Recipe

Name: New England Creamy Clam Chowder
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 slices bacon or salt pork; 1/2 cup onions finely chopped; 4 medium potatoes peeled, diced; 2 cans clams with liquid, minced; 1 cup clam juice; 1 cup light cream (half&half); 1 x salt (to taste); 1 x black pepper (to taste); 1/2 cup heavy whipping cream; 2 tablespoons parsley leaves finely chopped

Servings: persons

1
In a large heavy saucepan or skillet, saute bacon or pork until brown and crisp.
2
Drain on paper towels.
3
Dice or crumble.
4
In same skillet saute chopped onion and potatoes for a couple of minutes.
5
Sprinkle with flour.
6
Add clam juice from cans and from bottle.
7
Stir to combine.
8
Bring to a boil.
9
Simmer, stirring from time to time, until potatoes are soft, about 15 minutes.
10
Add half-and-half and season to taste with salt and pepper.
11
Add minced clams.
12
Heat until simmering.
13
Do not boil.
14
Add whipping cream, if used.
15
Sprinkle with parsley or diced pork or bacon.
16
Serve immediately.

554

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Protein

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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

Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 slices bacon or salt pork, 1/2 cup onions finely chopped, 4 medium potatoes peeled, diced, 2 cans clams with liquid, minced, and more.

Yes, New England Creamy 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

New England Creamy Clam Chowder

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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