Coastal Clam Chowder with a Side of Biscuits
A creamy, hearty clam chowder paired with flaky biscuits, celebrating the coastal heritage of the U.S. East Coast. This american-inspired seafood ready in about 75 minutes pairs large clams, medium, diced potatoes, small, diced onion for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 480 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
- 12 large clams
- 2 medium, diced potatoes
- 1 small, diced onion
- 1/2 cup, diced celery
- 2 bay leaves
- 1 tsp, fresh or 1/2 tsp dried thyme
- 1 cup milk
- 1 can (10 oz) cream of mushroom soup
- 4 tbsp butter
- 2 tbsp flour
- 1 pre-made biscuit dough or 1.5 cups flour, 1/2 tsp baking powder, 1/2 tsp salt, 1/4 tsp baking soda, 1/2 cup milk, 2 tbsp butter, 1 tbsp shortening biscuit dough
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: In a large pot, melt 4 tbsp butter over medium heat. Add 1 diced onion and 1/2 cup diced celery, sautéing for 5 minutes until softened.
- Step 2: Stir in 2 tbsp flour, cooking for 1 minute to create a roux. Gradually add 1 cup milk, stirring constantly until the mixture thickens and coats the back of a spoon.
- Step 3: Add 2 diced potatoes, 1 tsp thyme, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Cook for 5 minutes, then pour in 1 can cream of mushroom soup and 12 cooked clams (discard any open clams). Simmer for 10 minutes until the potatoes are tender.
- Step 4: For the biscuits, mix 1.5 cups flour, 1/2 tsp baking powder, 1/2 tsp salt, 1/4 tsp baking soda, 1/2 cup milk, 2 tbsp butter, and 1 tbsp shortening. Shape into 8 biscuits and bake at 450°F (230°C) for 12-15 minutes until golden.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Coastal Clam Chowder with a Side of Biscuits take to make?
Total time is about 75 minutes (40 min prep + 35 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 Coastal Clam Chowder with a Side of Biscuits?
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 large clams from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Coastal Clam Chowder with a Side of Biscuits?
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 Coastal Clam Chowder with a Side of Biscuits 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 Coastal Clam Chowder with a Side of Biscuits?
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
- ★★★★☆
Really good but took about 10 minutes longer than stated.
- ★★★★☆
Enjoyable meal. Instructions could be a touch more detailed on the timing.
- ★★★★☆
Really good but took about 10 minutes longer than stated.
