Description
This delicious Shrimp Chowder is a comforting and creamy soup perfect for cozy nights in. Featuring smoky bacon, tender turnips, succulent shrimp, and a hint of Cajun seasoning, it’s a flavorful and satisfying meal that can be prepared in just 35 minutes.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 6 slices bacon, chopped
- 1 medium turnip, cut into ½-inch cubes
- ½ cup chopped onion
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups chicken broth (use low-sodium)
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
- ½ teaspoon Cajun seasoning
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook Bacon: In a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat, cook the chopped bacon until crisp. Remove with a slotted spoon and transfer to a paper towel-lined plate, leaving the bacon fat in the pan.
- Sauté Vegetables: Add the cubed turnip and chopped onion to the bacon fat in the pot. Sauté until the onion becomes tender, about 5 minutes. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
- Simmer Broth and Turnip: Pour in the chicken broth and bring the mixture to a simmer. Cook until the turnip is tender, approximately 10 minutes.
- Add Cream and Shrimp: Stir in the heavy whipping cream followed by the peeled and deveined shrimp. Simmer gently until the shrimp turns pink and is cooked through, about 3 minutes. Avoid boiling the chowder.
- Season: Sprinkle in the Cajun seasoning, then season the chowder to taste with salt and pepper.
- Serve: Ladle the chowder into bowls and top each serving with the crispy bacon pieces and a sprinkle of chopped parsley for freshness and color.
Notes
- Use low-sodium chicken broth to better control saltiness.
- Do not boil the chowder after adding cream to prevent curdling.
- Adjust Cajun seasoning according to your preferred spice level.
- Fresh shrimp yields the best flavor and texture.
- Serve with crusty bread for a complete meal.
