Half-Baked Lobster Bisque
A rich, velvety bisque with lobster, simmered to perfection for a half-baked texture. This french-inspired seafood ready in about 70 minutes pairs lobster meat, onion, celery for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 350 calories and feeds 4, 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
- 1/2 lb, cut into 1/2-inch cubes lobster meat
- 1/2 small, diced onion
- 1/2 stalk, diced celery
- 1 clove, minced garlic
- 1/2 cup white wine
- 1/4 cup crushed tomatoes
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 tsp chopped thyme
- to taste salt
- to taste black pepper
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Instructions
- Step 1: In a large pot, sauté onion, celery, and garlic over medium heat for 5 minutes until softened.
- Step 2: Add lobster, white wine, and crushed tomatoes. Cook for 3 minutes, then stir in chicken broth and thyme. Bring to a simmer.
- Step 3: Reduce heat to low, cover, and let simmer for 15 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in heavy cream. Let sit for 5 minutes to absorb flavors.
- Step 4: Garnish with black pepper and serve warm.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Half-Baked Lobster Bisque take to make?
Total time is about 70 minutes (40 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 Half-Baked Lobster Bisque?
Refrigerate in a covered airtight container for up to 3–4 days (FDA FoodKeeper guideline for cooked fish). Store any fresh salsa or citrus-based garnish in a separate container — it keeps for up to 2 days. Freeze cooked fish (without fresh garnishes) for up to 3 months; thaw overnight in the fridge and reheat gently at 275°F until just warmed through to preserve texture.
Can I substitute ingredients in Half-Baked Lobster Bisque?
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 Half-Baked Lobster Bisque for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). 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 Half-Baked Lobster Bisque?
French 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
- ★★★★★
This has become our go-to seafood dish. We make it weekly.
- ★★★★★
I've tried many seafood recipes and this is hands down the best.
- ★★★★☆
Enjoyable meal. Instructions could be a touch more detailed on the timing.
