Shrimp & Clam Chowder Recipe

Name: Shrimp & Clam Chowder
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Seafood
Ingredients: 2 (6 ounce) cans canned clams (in juice do not drain); 15 medium shrimp (tails off, uncooked); 2 garlic cloves (minced); 1 medium onion, chopped; 3 medium potatoes (cut into bite size squares); 2 cups chopped mixed mushrooms (bella preferably); 1/4 cup butter or 1/4 cup margarine; 1 pint half-and-half; 3/4 cup white wine; 1/2 cup milk or 1/2 cup water; 1/4 cup flour (**update, mix in a little at at time, you may need to use less); 1 1/2 tablespoons parsley (fresh); 1 teaspoon paprika (smoked preferably); 1 bay leaf; salt and pepper

Servings: persons

2 (6 ounce) cans canned clams (in juice do not drain)
15 medium shrimp (tails off, uncooked)
2 garlic cloves (minced)
1 medium onion, chopped
3 medium potatoes (cut into bite size squares)
2 cups chopped mixed mushrooms (bella preferably)
1/4 cup butter or 1/4 cup margarine
1 pint half-and-half
3/4 cup white wine
1/2 cup milk or 1/2 cup water
1/4 cup flour (**update, mix in a little at at time, you may need to use less)
1 1/2 tablespoons parsley (fresh)
1 teaspoon paprika (smoked preferably)
1 bay leaf
salt and pepper

1
Boil potatoes in separate pot about 10 minutes, drain, and set aside.
2
In a large pot melt butter on medium heat.
3
Add onion and garlic, do not brown and cook until onion is iridescent.
4
Slowly stir in flour & half and half.
5
Add mushrooms, potatoes, white wine, and milk or water.
6
Drain the clam juice into the pot and set clams to the side.
7
Add paprika, bay leaf, salt & pepper.
8
Simmer for 10 minutes.
9
Add clams & shrimp and continue to simmer for another 8 - 10 minutes.
10
Add parsley right before serving.
11
and -- your done!

No nutrition data on file — estimate from the ingredient list.

No additional tips available.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

How did you like this recipe?

This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 (6 ounce) cans canned clams (in juice do not drain), 15 medium shrimp (tails off, uncooked), 2 garlic cloves (minced), 1 medium onion, chopped, and more.

Yes, Shrimp & 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.

Shrimp & Clam Chowder

How did you like this recipe?

Frequently Asked Questions