Instant Pot Seafood Chowder

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This hearty Instant Pot seafood chowder is full of veggies and flavor, and it's simple to make.

Submitted by Paula Copeland
Updated on February 10, 2024
Prep Time:
30 mins
Cook Time:
30 mins
Additional Time:
10 mins
Total Time:
1 hr 10 mins
Servings:
12
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Ingredients

  • 4 slices bacon, cut into 1-inch pieces

  • 5 cloves garlic, minced

  • 1 medium onion, diced

  • 3 stalks celery, thinly sliced

  • 1 medium carrot, diced

  • 4 medium russet potatoes, peeled and cubed

  • 1 (14 ounce) can whole kernel corn

  • 2 cups vegetable broth

  • 6 (4 ounce) haddock fillets

  • 1 cup uncooked medium shrimp, peeled and deveined

  • 1 cup sea scallops

  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme

  • 1 pinch red pepper flakes, or to taste

  • ground black pepper to taste

  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch

  • 2 tablespoons water

  • 1 cup milk

Directions

  1. Turn on a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as Instant Pot) and select the Sauté function. Add bacon and brown for 5 to 7 minutes. Add garlic and sauté for 30 seconds. Add onion, then stir in celery and carrot. Cook for 1 to 2 minutes, stirring occasionally. Turn off.

  2. Layer potatoes on top of vegetable mixture, then corn. Pour in vegetable broth. Place haddock on top, followed by shrimp and scallops. Close and lock the lid. Select high pressure according to the manufacturer's instructions; set the timer for 5 minutes. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for pressure to build.

  3. Release pressure using the natural-release method according to manufacturer's instructions, for 10 minutes. Release remaining pressure carefully using the quick-release method, about 5 minutes. Unlock and remove the lid.

  4. Select the Sauté function and stir to break up the fish. Add thyme, red pepper flakes, and ground pepper. Mix cornstarch and water together in a measuring cup; stir into chowder and cook until thickened. Stir in milk and serve.

Recipe Tips

You can use fresh or frozen fish, shrimp, and scallops. Add any other seafood you wish, like lobster.

You can substitute 1 teaspoon of dried thyme for the fresh thyme, and you can use chicken broth instead of vegetable broth.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

203 Calories
4g Fat
25g Carbs
19g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 12
Calories 203
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 4g 5%
Saturated Fat 1g 6%
Cholesterol 59mg 20%
Sodium 365mg 16%
Total Carbohydrate 25g 9%
Dietary Fiber 3g 10%
Total Sugars 4g
Protein 19g 37%
Vitamin C 17mg 19%
Calcium 74mg 6%
Iron 2mg 11%
Potassium 674mg 14%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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