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Delicious lobster scallop chowder served in a bowl, showcasing fresh seafood ingredients.

Lobster Scallop Chowder

This luscious Lobster Scallop Chowder is the epitome of creamy seafood comfort, perfect for impressing loved ones or enjoying a cozy night in.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Main Course, Soup
Cuisine: American, Seafood
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Seafood Ingredients
  • 1 lb fresh lobster meat, chopped or use pre-cooked if desired
  • 1 lb sea scallops, patted dry
Base Ingredients
  • 4 strips bacon, chopped
  • 1 large onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 3 cups potatoes, diced
  • 4 cups seafood stock or vegetable stock
  • 2 cups heavy cream the richer, the better
  • 1 tsp thyme dried or fresh
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley for garnish for a bit of green

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a large pot over medium heat, cook the chopped bacon until crispy. Transfer it to a paper towel-lined plate, leaving some fat in the pot.
  2. Add the diced onion to the pot and cook until soft. Toss in the minced garlic and sauté for an additional minute.
  3. Bring in the diced potatoes and pour in the seafood stock. Sprinkle in the thyme, then bring the mixture to a boil. Reduce the heat and let it simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until potatoes are tender.
  4. Slowly stir in the heavy cream and let it simmer on low for another 10 minutes.
  5. Gently fold in the lobster and scallops, cooking just until everything is heated through.
  6. Taste and season with salt and pepper as needed, then add the crispy bacon back into the chowder.
  7. Ladle the chowder into bowls and garnish with freshly chopped parsley.

Notes

One-pot wonder for easier cleanup. You can use crab or shrimp as a substitute for lobster. If chowder looks lumpy, it's just character!