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Shrimp and Corn Chowder

Hearty Shrimp and Corn Chowder: Comfort in Every Bite

Shrimp and Corn Chowder is a creamy comfort food that combines shrimp and corn in a delightful, warm bowl.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Soups
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chowder
  • 1 pound Shrimp fresh or frozen; medium or large preferred
  • 3 tablespoons Butter or olive oil for dairy-free option
  • 1 medium Onion yellow or white
  • 1 stalk Celery optional
  • 2 medium Potatoes diced Yukon Gold or Russet
  • 2 cups Corn Kernels fresh, frozen, or canned
  • 4 cups Chicken Broth or vegetable broth for vegetarian version
  • 1 cup Half-and-Half or coconut/almond milk for dairy-free
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder can substitute with fresh garlic
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika omit for milder flavor
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
  • 1 leaf Bay Leaf remove before serving
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley for garnish
  • 1 lemon Lemon for serving, optional

Equipment

  • large pot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the Shrimp: Peel and devein shrimp. Melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat, cook shrimp for 3-4 minutes until pink and opaque, then set aside.
  2. Cook the Vegetables: In the same pot, add 1 tablespoon of butter, diced onion, and celery. Sauté for 5 minutes until onion is translucent.
  3. Combine Ingredients: Add diced potatoes and corn, sprinkle garlic powder and smoked paprika, and stir for 2 minutes.
  4. Simmer Chowder: Pour in chicken broth and bay leaf, bring to boil then simmer for 15-20 minutes until potatoes are fork-tender.
  5. Finish the Chowder: Stir in half-and-half, add cooked shrimp, simmer for an additional 5 minutes.
  6. Serve: Remove bay leaf, ladle chowder into bowls, garnish with parsley, and serve with lemon wedges.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 22gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 200mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

For optimal flavor, use fresh shrimp and don't overcook them. Adjust thickness by adding more broth or simmer longer.

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