Description
Creamy Lobster Scallop Chowder for Cozy Nights In is a luxurious seafood dish that brings the ocean’s bounty to your table. Perfect for chilly evenings, this rich and hearty chowder features tender lobster and succulent scallops in a velvety, creamy broth. It’s an ideal choice whether you’re hosting a dinner party or enjoying a quiet night at home. The comforting flavors and elegant presentation will impress your guests and satisfy your cravings for something warm and indulgent.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lobster meat (fresh, cooked)
- 1 lb scallops (plump, translucent)
- 4 slices turkey bacon (or chicken ham)
- 1 medium onion (diced)
- 2 stalks celery (diced)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 medium potatoes (diced, Russet or Yukon Gold)
- 4 cups seafood stock (or chicken broth)
- 1 cup heavy cream (or half-and-half)
- Fresh herbs (thyme or parsley)
Instructions
- In a large pot, cook the turkey bacon until crispy. Remove and set aside.
- In the same pot, sauté diced onion, celery, and garlic until soft.
- Add diced potatoes and seafood stock; simmer until potatoes are tender.
- Stir in heavy cream, then gently fold in lobster meat and scallops. Simmer until heated through.
- Season with salt and pepper; serve hot with crumbled bacon on top.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Seafood
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 482
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 690mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 83mg