Description
This creamy seafood and shrimp chili is a delightful blend of rich flavors and textures, featuring tender shrimp and succulent seafood enveloped in a velvety, spiced broth. Each spoonful offers a comforting warmth, with a hint of smokiness and a touch of sweetness from the fresh ingredients.
Ingredients
Scale
- Seafood:
- 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 pound white fish (such as cod or halibut), cut into bite-sized pieces
- Vegetables:
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 bell pepper, diced
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes, undrained
- 1 cup corn kernels (fresh or frozen)
- Liquids:
- 4 cups seafood stock
- 1 cup heavy cream
- Spices:
- 2 teaspoons chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Garnish:
- Fresh cilantro, chopped
- Lime wedges
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and bell pepper, sautéing until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.
- Stir in the chili powder, cumin, and smoked paprika, cooking for 1 minute to toast the spices.
- Pour in the seafood stock and diced tomatoes, bringing the mixture to a simmer.
- Add the corn and cook for 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
- Reduce the heat to low and stir in the heavy cream, followed by the shrimp and fish. Cook for an additional 5-7 minutes, or until the seafood is cooked through and opaque.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste, and remove from heat.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh cilantro and lime wedges.
Notes
- This chili can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- To freeze, allow the chili to cool completely, then transfer to an airtight container and freeze for up to 2 months.
- For a lighter version, substitute half-and-half for heavy cream.
- Feel free to add other seafood like scallops or crab for extra flavor.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dishes
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (about 1.5 cups)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6 grams
- Sodium: 800 milligrams
- Fat: 25 grams
- Saturated Fat: 15 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 30 grams
- Fiber: 3 grams
- Protein: 25 grams
- Cholesterol: 150 milligrams
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