Seafood chowders are dishes that are delicious at any time of the year. They're particularly good in the summer months because the fresh taste of seafood can be so satisfying, yet still on the lighter side of things.
Plus, as in the recipes that follow, they can be made in a slow cooker so you don't heat the house up on those warm days. Take a look at these recipes and then share this list with a friend!
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Slow cooker clam chowder
Clam chowder is more intimidating than it needs to be for many cooks. One element of this dish that can really trip people up is getting those clams out of the shells. But that's not necessary. When you make clam chowder using the recipe that follows, you can use canned clams and still get all the delicious flavor you're craving. Get the recipe here.
Clam chowder is more intimidating than it needs to be for many cooks. One element of this dish that can really trip people up is getting those clams out of the shells. But that's not necessary. When you make clam chowder using the recipe that follows, you can use canned clams and still get all the delicious flavor you're craving. Get the recipe here.
Slow cooker shrimp chowder
Shrimp is many people's top choice in seafood. One of the reasons for that is probably because it's so easy to cook and there are so many different things that can be done with it. It can be grilled and eaten all on its own, tossed in stir fry or pasta, or, as in the recipe that follows, be turned into a delicious chowder that really makes it the star of the show. Get the recipe here.
Shrimp is many people's top choice in seafood. One of the reasons for that is probably because it's so easy to cook and there are so many different things that can be done with it. It can be grilled and eaten all on its own, tossed in stir fry or pasta, or, as in the recipe that follows, be turned into a delicious chowder that really makes it the star of the show. Get the recipe here.
Slow cooker shrimp and crab bisque
In this recipe, elegant flavors come from dry white wine, seafood stock, and of course, the seafood itself. And for those that are sticking to a low-carb diet, this chowder is different than many others because it doesn't use potatoes. That makes this dish seem even lighter, but trust that it's an incredibly filling stew even without them. Get the recipe here.
In this recipe, elegant flavors come from dry white wine, seafood stock, and of course, the seafood itself. And for those that are sticking to a low-carb diet, this chowder is different than many others because it doesn't use potatoes. That makes this dish seem even lighter, but trust that it's an incredibly filling stew even without them. Get the recipe here.
Slow cooker salmon chowder
Salmon chowder is very easy to make in the slow cooker, but the type of salmon used is very important. It cannot be stressed enough that when making the recipe that follows, you do not use canned salmon. Depending on the quality, you could end up fishing bones out of the can which is not appealing. And fresh salmon is really what gives this recipe the oomph it needs. Get the recipe here.
Salmon chowder is very easy to make in the slow cooker, but the type of salmon used is very important. It cannot be stressed enough that when making the recipe that follows, you do not use canned salmon. Depending on the quality, you could end up fishing bones out of the can which is not appealing. And fresh salmon is really what gives this recipe the oomph it needs. Get the recipe here.
Slow cooker fish and potato chowder
Too many people are intimidated by the thought of cooking fish in their slow cooker. Due to the long cooking time, they think it will overcook and turn rubbery. But it can be done, as in the recipe that follows. Pieces of haddock (or whatever firm white fish you choose) are placed into the slow cooker before being joined with refreshing corn, potatoes, and rich cream. It's a hearty and healthy meal that you can come home to! Get the recipe here.
Too many people are intimidated by the thought of cooking fish in their slow cooker. Due to the long cooking time, they think it will overcook and turn rubbery. But it can be done, as in the recipe that follows. Pieces of haddock (or whatever firm white fish you choose) are placed into the slow cooker before being joined with refreshing corn, potatoes, and rich cream. It's a hearty and healthy meal that you can come home to! Get the recipe here.
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