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A rich, creamy chowder featuring fresh lobster meat and sea scallops in a velvety broth with potatoes, celery, onion, and aromatic thyme. Comfort food that captures the ocean’s freshest flavors in under an hour.

  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4-6 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound fresh lobster meat, chopped into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 pound sea scallops, cleaned and quartered for even cooking
  • 4 cups rich seafood stock, homemade or store-bought
  • 2 cups heavy cream
  • 1 medium onion, diced finely
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced fresh
  • 2 medium potatoes, peeled and diced small
  • 2 celery stalks, chopped
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • Salt, to taste
  • Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • Fresh parsley, chopped for garnish
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil (for sautéing)

Instructions

  1. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
  2. Add diced onion and chopped celery; sauté until the onion is translucent, about 5 minutes.
  3. Stir in minced garlic and dried thyme; cook for about 1 minute to release flavors.
  4. Add peeled, diced potatoes and pour in the seafood stock; bring to a gentle boil.
  5. Reduce heat to a simmer and cook until the potatoes are tender, about 15 minutes.
  6. Slowly stir in the heavy cream to keep the broth silky smooth.
  7. Gently fold in chopped lobster meat and scallops; cook until they turn opaque, about 5 minutes, taking care not to overcook.
  8. Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
  9. Serve piping hot, garnished with chopped fresh parsley.

Notes

Use fresh lobster and scallops for best flavor and texture; thawed frozen seafood can be used but should be patted dry to avoid watery broth., Adjust salt and pepper gradually, considering the saltiness of your seafood stock., Avoid overcooking seafood to maintain tender texture., For leftover chowder, cool completely before storing in airtight containers and refrigerate up to 3 days or freeze up to 3 months., When reheating, warm gently on low heat and stir often; add a splash of cream if too thick.

  • Author: Ashley
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: Approx. 450 kcal per serving
  • Fat: Approx. 30 g per serving
  • Carbohydrates: Approx. 20 g per serving
  • Protein: Approx. 30 g per serving