Creamy Cod Chowder Recipe: Invite Friends Over for This Easy 30-Minute Fish Stew Recipe Seafood Dinner Soups

A creamy bowl of fish chowder is too good not to share with friends. This easy cod stew recipe is ready in about 30 minutes.

Cuisine: Mediterranean 
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 4 to 6

Ingredients 

• 2 tablespoons butter or olive oil
• 1 onion, chopped
• 1/2 cup diced carrot
• 2 ribs celery, chopped
• 3 gold potatoes, cut into chunks
• 1 cup clam juice
• 1/2 cup dry white wine or chicken stock
• 1 tablespoon fresh thyme  
• 2 bay leaves
• 1 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning
• 1 1/2 to 2 pounds cod, cut into bite-sized pieces
• 3 cups half-and-half, whole milk or coconut milk
• chopped parsley, for garnish

Here's how to make it: 

1. Melt the butter in a large soup pot. Add the onion, celery and carrot. Season with salt and pepper. Cook until soft, about 5 to 6 minutes. 
2. Add the potatoes, clam juice, wine, thyme, bay leaves and Old Bay seasoning. Bring to a simmer, reduce heat and cook, covered, until potatoes are tender, about 8 to 10 minutes.
3. Put the cod into the pot and cook about 6 minutes, or until fish is cooked through. 
4. Pour in the half and half or coconut milk for a dairy-free chowder. Cook about 2 to 3 more minutes. Season with salt and pepper, if needed. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley. 

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