Rich and Robust Salmon Chowder
This creamy, hearty chowder can be assembled fast and left to simmer while you get on with your day. Serve with crusty bread for a completely satisfying meal.
PREP TIME
10 minutes
COOK TIME
30 minutes
Ingredients
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons butter
4 strips bacon, diced
2 small white or yellow onions, finely diced
2 cloves garlic, finely minced
2 tablespoons flour
3 cups chicken stock
1 pound salmon, fully cooked and cut into large cubes
1 large Russet potato, roughly diced
2 cups half-and-half cream
1/2 tsp Old Bay seasoning
2 cups corn kernels (we used frozen, but use fresh if you have it available)
Salt and pepper, to taste
2 tablespoons butter
4 strips bacon, diced
2 small white or yellow onions, finely diced
2 cloves garlic, finely minced
2 tablespoons flour
3 cups chicken stock
1 pound salmon, fully cooked and cut into large cubes
1 large Russet potato, roughly diced
2 cups half-and-half cream
1/2 tsp Old Bay seasoning
2 cups corn kernels (we used frozen, but use fresh if you have it available)
Salt and pepper, to taste
Directions
In a large stockpot set over medium-high heat, melt the butter and olive oil together. Add the diced bacon and fry for about 5-7 minutes, or until browned and crispy. Stir in the onion and garlic, and sauté for 2-3 minutes, or until the onion is soft and translucent. Add flour and cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly.
Whisk in the chicken stock. Bring to a simmer, then reduce the heat to low.
Stir in the salmon, potatoes and corn, and simmer for about 15-20 minutes, or until the potatoes are fork-tender.
Stir in the cream, and let simmer for 2-3 minutes to warm through. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve immediately.
Whisk in the chicken stock. Bring to a simmer, then reduce the heat to low.
Stir in the salmon, potatoes and corn, and simmer for about 15-20 minutes, or until the potatoes are fork-tender.
Stir in the cream, and let simmer for 2-3 minutes to warm through. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve immediately.
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