Spicy Shrimp Chowder Recipe

Name: Spicy Shrimp Chowder
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/2 pints chicken broth, canned (or home-made); 1 large russet potato, peeled and chopped; 1 large sweet potato, peeled and chopped; 1 medium white onion, peeled and chopped; 2 stalks celery, chopped; 3 slices smoked bacon, coarsely chopped; 3 large garlic cloves, peeled and minced; 2 jalapeno chiles, chopped (seeds may be removed for less heat); 1 lb extra large shrimp, peeled, deveined and coarsely chopped; milk (if necessary to thin soup); cilantro (to taste) (optional)

Servings: persons

1 1/2 pints chicken broth, canned (or home-made)
1 large russet potato, peeled and chopped
1 large sweet potato, peeled and chopped
1 medium white onion, peeled and chopped
2 stalks celery, chopped
3 slices smoked bacon, coarsely chopped
3 large garlic cloves, peeled and minced
2 jalapeno chiles, chopped (seeds may be removed for less heat)
1 lb extra large shrimp, peeled, deveined and coarsely chopped
milk (if necessary to thin soup)
cilantro (to taste) (optional)

1
In a large soup pot, fry bacon over medium heat, until browned. Transfer bacon to a paper towel to drain.
2
Remove all but 2 tablespoons bacon fat.
3
Saute onion, celery, chiles, and garlic for 5 minutes or until limp. Add chicken broth and potatoes to the soup pot.
4
Cover and simmer over medium-low heat for 15 minutes, or until potatoes are tender.
5
Transfer soup to blender, and puree until smooth. Put pureed soup back in soup pot.
6
Stir in shrimp, cilantro, and bacon. Bring the soup to a simmer.
7
Simmer until shrimp are bright pink. Do not overcook. Season with salt and pepper.

464

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 1/2 pints chicken broth, canned (or home-made), 1 large russet potato, peeled and chopped, 1 large sweet potato, peeled and chopped, 1 medium white onion, peeled and chopped, and more.

Yes, Spicy Shrimp 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.

Spicy Shrimp Chowder

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