Cisco Kid Fisherman's Chowder with Smoked Paprika
A creamy New England-inspired chowder featuring local catch, smoked paprika, and a hint of dill, evoking Minnesota's fishing heritage. This american-inspired seafood ready in about 50 minutes pairs medium, diced carrots, stalks, diced celery, medium, finely diced yellow onion for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 6, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 1 lb, skinless and cut into 1-inch cubes cod fillets
- 2 medium, diced carrots
- 2 stalks, diced celery
- 1 medium, finely diced yellow onion
- 3 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 4 cups chicken stock
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1 tsp dill weed
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
- 2 tbsp butter
- 2 medium, peeled and diced potatoes
- 2 tbsp, chopped fresh dill
Instructions
- Step 1: Melt 2 tbsp butter in a large pot over medium heat. Add 2 diced carrots, 2 diced celery stalks, and 1 finely diced yellow onion. Sauté for 8 minutes until softened but not browned.
- Step 2: Sprinkle 3 tbsp all-purpose flour over vegetables and stir constantly for 2 minutes to cook off raw flour taste, then gradually whisk in 4 cups chicken stock until smooth.
- Step 3: Add 2 diced potatoes and 1 lb cod cubes. Bring to a gentle simmer (do not boil vigorously) and cook for 12 minutes until potatoes are tender.
- Step 4: Stir in 1/2 cup heavy cream, 1 tsp dill weed, and 1/2 tsp smoked paprika. Simmer for 5 minutes until heated through and flavors meld.
- Step 5: Remove pot from heat and stir in 2 tbsp chopped fresh dill. Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Serve immediately with crusty bread.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Cisco Kid Fisherman's Chowder with Smoked Paprika take to make?
Total time is about 50 minutes (20 min prep + 30 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Cisco Kid Fisherman's Chowder with Smoked Paprika?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep medium, diced carrots from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Cisco Kid Fisherman's Chowder with Smoked Paprika?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Cisco Kid Fisherman's Chowder with Smoked Paprika for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 6 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 6). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Cisco Kid Fisherman's Chowder with Smoked Paprika?
American seafood like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
Doubled the garlic (as one does) and it was amazing.
- ★★★★☆
Almost perfect — just needed a squeeze of lemon at the end.
- ★★★★☆
My family liked it. I personally would prefer more depth of flavor.
