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a yellow bowl filled with clam chowder topped with crumbled bacon
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Clam Chowder For One

Easy to make, creamy clam chowder recipe made with bacon, a potato, cream, and plenty of chopped clams. Wonderfully creamy and incredibly delicious. This single serving New England clam chowder is hearty, comforting and can be ready in just 30 minutes!
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Total Time30 minutes
Course: Main Dish, Soup
Cuisine: American
Keyword: clam chowder, new england clam chowder, soup recipe
Servings: 1 serving
Author: Joanie Zisk

Ingredients

  • 1 slice bacon
  • 1 celery rib , chopped
  • ¼ cup chopped onions
  • 1 clove garlic , minced
  • 1 small potato , peeled and cubed
  • ½ cup low sodium chicken broth
  • ¼ teaspoon dried thyme
  • teaspoon kosher salt
  • teaspoon coarsely ground black pepper
  • 1 ½ tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • ¼ cup, plus 2 tablespoons half-and-half , divided
  • 1 (6.5-ounce can) chopped clams , with the juice

Instructions

  • In a 2-quart saucepan, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp. Remove to a paper towel to drain; set aside.
  • Saute celery and onion in the drippings until tender, about 3 minutes. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer.
  • Stir in the potatoes, broth, thyme, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer, uncovered, until potatoes are tender, 12-15 minutes.
  • In a small bowl, combine flour and half and half until smooth. Gradually stir into soup. Bring to a boil; cook and stir until thickened, 1-2 minutes.
  • Stir in clams, clam juice from the can, and 2 tablespoons of half-and-half; heat through (do not boil). Pour into a bowl, crumble the cooked bacon and sprinkle over the top of the soup.
  • Enjoy hot.

Notes

  • Start with Bacon Fat: The base of your clam chowder will have deeper flavors if you begin by cooking bacon and utilizing the rendered fat to sauté your veggies. For a unique twist, consider using crisped-up pancetta or chorizo as a substitute.
  • Texture is Key: Achieving the right consistency is crucial. If you want a thicker soup, mash some of the cooked potatoes against the side of the pot. For a thinner consistency, feel free to add a splash more of half and half or your choice of broth.
  • Vegetarian Adaptation: To make a vegetarian version of this clam chowder, simply omit the bacon and opt for vegetable broth in place of chicken broth.

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 420kcal | Carbohydrates: 48g | Protein: 23g | Fat: 17g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Cholesterol: 83mg | Sodium: 1042mg | Potassium: 996mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 209IU | Vitamin C: 37mg | Calcium: 83mg | Iron: 2mg

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