Perfect New England Fish Chowder Recipe

Name: Perfect New England Fish Chowder
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil; 1 large onion, chopped; 1 1/2 cups chopped celery; 1 large carrot, shredded; 1/4 cup flour; 2 (13 3/4 ounce) cans chicken broth; 1 cup heavy cream; 1 (1 lb) package frozen cod fish fillet, cut into 1 inch cubes while frozen; 1/2 teaspoon thyme; salt and pepper

Servings: persons

1
In a large saucepan, heat olive oil and saute onion, celery and carrot for 5 minutes or until lightly browned.
2
Stir in flour.
3
Gradually stir in chicken broth.
4
Stir over low heat until soup bubbles and thickens slightly.
5
Simmer for 10 minutes or until vegetables are tender.
6
Stir in cream and cubes of fish.
7
Stir in thyme.
8
Simmer for 5 minutes or until cubes of fish are cooked.
9
Season to taste with salt and pepper.
10
Serve very hot with chowder crackers or a crusty baguette with butter, and fresh snipped lemon thyme for garnish.

527

kcal

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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.
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: 1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil, 1 large onion, chopped, 1 1/2 cups chopped celery, 1 large carrot, shredded, and more.

Yes, Perfect New England Fish 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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Perfect New England Fish Chowder

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Variations & substitutions

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