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The Ultimate Fish Chowder That’ll Transport You Straight to New England

Fish chowder in white bowl with cod, potatoes, vegetables, and bacon garnish

A creamy, hearty fish chowder made with cod, potatoes, vegetables, and a touch of bacon for a comforting seafood soup.

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 2 cups chopped onion
  • 4 fresh mushrooms, sliced
  • 1 stalk celery, chopped
  • 4 cups chicken stock
  • 4 cups diced potatoes
  • 2 pounds cod, diced into 1/2-inch cubes
  • 1 cup clam juice
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/8 teaspoon Old Bay Seasoning, or to taste
  • Salt and ground black pepper to taste
  • 2 (12 fluid ounce) cans evaporated milk
  • 1/4 cup cooked crumbled bacon

Instructions

  1. Melt butter in a large stockpot over medium heat. Sauté onions, mushrooms, and celery until tender.
  2. Add chicken stock and potatoes; simmer for 10 minutes.
  3. Add cod and simmer for another 10 minutes.
  4. In a small bowl, whisk clam juice and flour until smooth. Stir into the soup and simmer for 1 minute.
  5. Season with Old Bay seasoning, salt, and pepper to taste.
  6. Remove from heat and stir in evaporated milk.
  7. Portion into bowls and top with crumbled bacon before serving.

Notes

  • For extra flavor, use smoked bacon.
  • You can substitute haddock or another white fish for cod.
  • Adjust thickness by adding more or less flour mixture.
  • Serve with crusty bread for a complete meal.

Find it online: https://fiteatshub.com/ultimate-fish-chowder-recipe/