Description
Welcome to your new favorite cozy dish! The Creamy Seafood Chowder Bread Bowl is perfect for chilly evenings or special gatherings. It's a delightful mix of fresh seafood in a rich, creamy base. Served in a warm bread bowl, it makes any meal special.
Ingredients
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For the Chowder:
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup onion (finely chopped)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 cups chicken or seafood broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
- Salt and black pepper (to taste)
- 1/2 lb shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 1/2 lb scallops (or substitute with crab meat or white fish)
- Fresh parsley (chopped (for garnish))
For the Bread Bowl:
- 1 large round sourdough bread loaf
- 1 tbsp melted butter
Instructions
1️⃣ Prepare the Bread Bowl:
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Cut off the top of the bread loaf and hollow out the inside, leaving about 1-inch thick walls. Brush the inside with melted butter. Bake for 10 minutes until slightly crisp.
2️⃣ Make the Chowder Base:
- In a large pot, heat olive oil and butter over medium heat. Sauté the onion until translucent, about 3-4 minutes. Add garlic and cook for 1 minute. Stir in the flour and cook for another 2 minutes, whisking constantly.
3️⃣ Add Broth and Cream:
- Gradually pour in the broth, stirring continuously to avoid lumps. Add the heavy cream, milk, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
4️⃣ Cook the Seafood:
- Add the shrimp and scallops to the chowder. Simmer for 5-6 minutes until the shrimp are pink and the scallops are tender.
5️⃣ Assemble and Serve:
- Pour the hot seafood chowder into the bread bowl. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve immediately while warm.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Calories: 550