{"id":8517,"date":"2022-02-06T07:57:04","date_gmt":"2022-02-06T07:57:04","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.howtocook.recipes\/?p=8517"},"modified":"2026-03-08T14:31:00","modified_gmt":"2026-03-08T14:31:00","slug":"classic-clam-chowder-recipe","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.howtocook.recipes\/classic-clam-chowder-recipe\/","title":{"rendered":"Classic Clam Chowder Recipe"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Wishing for a seaside vacation? Well, you can get yourself partly there with this clam chowder recipe<\/strong>! Don\u2019t buy that canned goo\u2026make this authentic clam chowder and your family will swoon. My husband and kids actually cried when we polished off the last of it and promptly begged me to make more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Best Clam Chowder Recipe<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The best clam chowder is full of real ingredients with fresh veggies and little pieces of clam thrown about. Don\u2019t forget the bacon for that rich and delicious taste. It\u2019s so easy to make too that once you do, you\u2019ll never go back to canned again.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Clam Chowder Ingredients<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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  • Canned clams<\/strong> \u2013 You\u2019ll need the 18-20oz size for this clam chowder.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • All-purpose flour<\/strong> \u2013 Helps to make your clam chowder soup thick.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Heavy whipping cream<\/strong> \u2013 And this makes it creamy and dreamy.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Bacon<\/strong> \u2013 What could be better?<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Potatoes<\/strong> \u2013 Russet potatoes work the best here.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Celery<\/strong> \u2013 Chop it up finely so it distributes through the soup.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Garlic<\/strong> \u2013 Mince it fresh.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Butter<\/strong> \u2013 Adds more richness.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Chicken stock<\/strong> \u2013 To help create the base.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Clam juice<\/strong> \u2013 Adds more of that seaside flavor to your clam chowder soup recipe without being fishy.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Chicken bouillon<\/strong> \u2013 Rounds out the broth base.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Clam chowder seasoning<\/strong> \u2013 You\u2019ll need red pepper flakes, smoked paprika, dried thyme, dried oregano, bay leaves, and salt and pepper.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Fresh herbs<\/strong> \u2013 With fresh parsley and sage, you\u2019ll really make this clam chowder rock!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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    Easy Clam Chowder Recipe<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

    Would you believe that it only takes 15 minutes to put this easy clam chowder recipe together? It\u2019s true! And 50 minutes total before it\u2019s ready to ladle into bowls for everyone. Make it tonight!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    How do you Make Clam Chowder from Scratch?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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    • You\u2019ll combine the clam juice that comes from the clam cans with the bottled clam juice. <\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Then in a soup pot or Dutch oven, cook the bacon to render the fat off. Remove part of the bacon and drain it on a paper towel. Add butter to this and then put in the celery and onions. <\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Then add potatoes and red pepper flakes. Add some flour, then chicken stock, chicken bouillon, clam juice, seasonings, and bay leaves and get it boiling. Once that happens put it down to a simmer, simmering uncovered until potatoes are fork tender. <\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Now, take out the bay leaves and add the heavy whipping cream. <\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Take the pot off the heat, add the clams and season the soup with salt and pepper. <\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • You can adjust the consistency here if you prefer or go ahead and serve it with chopped bacon, fresh parsley, and oyster crackers.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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      Expert Tips and Tricks for the Perfect Clam Chowder Every Time<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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      • Don\u2019t overcook the clams<\/strong>. You don\u2019t want them to be like pieces of rubber. This is why you add them at the end.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • Ditto for the potatoes<\/strong>. You want them fork tender and that\u2019s it. From there, get a move on with the rest of the soup so they have the perfect texture.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • And speaking of texture, go easy with the flour<\/strong>. At these measurements, 1\/3-cup is plenty to give it enough thickness.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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        You had me at clam chowder.
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        What is the secret ingredient in clam chowder?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

        Bacon is perhaps the secret ingredient that you need in this. Then again, all those seasonings and the fresh herbs really pull it all together too.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

        What are the best canned clams for clam chowder?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

        The best canned clams for clam chowder are the ones you rely on for your recipes. Bumblebee makes some of the best though whatever you like is the best one for your clam chowder.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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        What is clam chowder broth made of?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

        The broth for this clam chowder is made from chicken stock, clam juice, and heavy whipping cream to form the rich and creamy base.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

        What is the key ingredient of a chowder?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

        For this particular chowder, the key ingredient is clams. You can\u2019t make clam chowder without them. And if you do, everyone will wonder where the clams are!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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        What is the difference between Boston and New England clam chowder?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

        There is zero difference except in the name. A Boston clam chowder and New England clam chowder recipe are the same.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

        What is the difference between clam chowder and New England clam chowder?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

        Clam chowder, also known as Manhattan clam chowder, features a tomato-based broth that is more clear in nature. Meanwhile, a New England clam chowder recipe is thick and creamy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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        Who makes the best clam chowder?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

        Well, with this recipe YOU will make the best clam chowder, that\u2019s for sure! Make it and you\u2019ll see it rivals the clam chowder at famous seafood places in New England.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

        What to add to clam chowder to make it better?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

        Clam chowder should have an array of seasonings, vegetables, and of course, clams in it. If you follow this recipe, you won\u2019t have to add anything else. All the flavors are balanced and so is the texture giving you a delicious clam chowder that tastes restaurant-quality.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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        What are the best toppings for Clam Chowder?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

        We love fresh parsley on our clam chowder along with chopped bacon pieces. The kids love oyster crackers too.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

        What goes well with Clam Chowder?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

        You can\u2019t go wrong with bread, a nice salad, corn on the cob, bacon-wrapped scallops, mussels, and fries. All of these things in addition to the toppings go well with clam chowder.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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        How to Store Clam Chowder?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

        You must let clam chowder cool, then it needs to go into your fridge in an airtight container, that is if you have any leftover.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

        How Long Does Clam Chowder Last?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

        You\u2019ve got 3 to 5 days to slurp up that clam chowder from your fridge.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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        Can You Freeze Clam Chowder?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

        Yes, you can and it should keep for 3 to 6 months. However, be mindful that the texture may be a little different when you go to heat it up.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

        How to Reheat Clam Chowder?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

        Let it thaw in your fridge overnight if it\u2019s frozen. Then heat it up slow and low on the stove.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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        Watch How To Make Clam Chowder (Video)<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n