Seattle Clam Chowder Recipe

Name: Seattle Clam Chowder
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/4 lb. diced bacon, fried crisp; 2 c. water; 1 tsp. chicken bouillon (or 1 cube); 2 cans chopped or minced clams (8 3/4 oz. size); 3 c. diced potatoes; 1 1/2 c. diced onion; 1 c. diced carrot; 2 Tbsp. diced green pepper; 1 can mushroom soup; 2 c. milk; 6 oz. shredded Monterey Jack cheese; 1 can mushroom stems and pieces (4 oz. size); salt and pepper to taste

Servings: persons

1/4 lb. diced bacon, fried crisp
2 c. water
1 tsp. chicken bouillon (or 1 cube)
2 cans chopped or minced clams (8 3/4 oz. size)
3 c. diced potatoes
1 1/2 c. diced onion
1 c. diced carrot
2 Tbsp. diced green pepper
1 can mushroom soup
2 c. milk
6 oz. shredded Monterey Jack cheese
1 can mushroom stems and pieces (4 oz. size)
salt and pepper to taste

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Brown bacon in large kettle (4 quart).
2
Drain off grease and set
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bacon
4
aside.
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In
6
same pan, combine water, bouillon, juice from
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clams and vegetables.
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Simmer until vegetables are tender. Add
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mushroom
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soup, milk, cheese and mushrooms.
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Heat (do not bring to simmer) until cheese is melted.
12
Add bacon and season to taste.

645

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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/4 lb. diced bacon, fried crisp, 2 c. water, 1 tsp. chicken bouillon (or 1 cube), 2 cans chopped or minced clams (8 3/4 oz. size), and more.

Yes, Seattle 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!

Seattle Clam Chowder

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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