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Bobby Flay’s Crab & Corn Chowder

Bobby Flay’s Crab & Corn Chowder

Bobby Flay’s Crab & Corn Chowder is a comforting and customizable dish perfect for chilly evenings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Soups
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 2 tablespoons Butter Substitution: Use olive oil for a lighter option.
  • 1 cup Onion Dice for even cooking.
  • 1 cup Celery Diced to uniform size.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced for quick flavor release.
To Thicken
  • 1/4 cup Flour Gluten-free flour can be used.
For Flavor
  • 4 cups Chicken Broth Substitution: Vegetable broth for a vegetarian version.
  • 1 pound Fresh Crab Meat Substitution: Canned crab as an alternative.
  • 1 cup Sweet Corn Frozen corn works well for freshness.
For Creaminess
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Substitution: Milk or non-dairy cream for lighter options.
For Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust according to personal preference.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Pepper Freshly cracked for better flavor.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Cayenne Use sparingly to avoid overpowering the dish.
  • 1 teaspoon Thyme Can replace with dill or parsley.

Equipment

  • Large Pot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Melt 2 tablespoons of butter in a large pot over medium heat. Add diced onion, diced celery, and minced garlic. Sauté for about 5 minutes until the onion is translucent.
  2. Sprinkle in 1/4 cup of flour over the sautéed aromatics, stirring for about 2-3 minutes until the flour is lightly golden brown.
  3. Whisk in 4 cups of chicken broth, bring to a gentle simmer, and let it simmer for about 10 minutes until it starts to thicken.
  4. Gently fold in 1 pound of fresh crab meat and 1 cup of sweet corn. Cook for an additional 5-7 minutes.
  5. Stir in 1 cup of heavy cream and season with salt, pepper, cayenne, and thyme to taste. Simmer a few more minutes until heated through.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 15gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This chowder is perfect for make-ahead meals and can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days or frozen for 3 months without cream.

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