Lobster Scallop Chowder

Posted on 2025-09-01

A delicious comfort recipe to serve up for lunch or dinner.

Ingredients

• 1/2 lb lobster meat, chopped
• 1/2 lb sea scallops
• 3 tbsp unsalted butter
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 small onion, diced
• 1/2 cup diced celery
• 2 cups diced gold potatoes
• 2 cups seafood stock (or chicken stock)
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1/2 cup whole milk
• 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
• Optional: a splash of dry white wine for extra flavor

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Instructions

1. Sear the Scallops:
2. Heat 1 tbsp butter in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear scallops for 1–2 minutes per side until golden. Remove and set aside. This creates a crispy seafood topper that’s totally restaurant-worthy.
3. Sauté the Base Veggies:
4. In a soup pot, melt the remaining butter. Sauté onion, garlic, and celery until softened — this sets the hearty, flavorful base for your creamy chowder fix.
5. Simmer the Potatoes:
6. Add potatoes, stock, salt, pepper, and smoked paprika. Simmer until potatoes are tender (about 12–15 minutes). This part brings that rich, velvety texture to the whole dish.
7. Add Creamy Goodness:
8. Stir in the heavy cream and milk. Gently fold in lobster meat and let simmer on low for 5 minutes — you’re layering decadent seafood flavor with every bite!
9. Garnish & Serve:
10. Ladle chowder into bowls, top with golden scallops and chopped parsley. Serve hot — this elegant seafood soup is the ultimate feel-good dinner win!

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