Smoked Fish & Potato Chowder with Parsley

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A rich, creamy chowder featuring smoked fish, potatoes, and a fresh parsley finish for balanced flavor. This seafood-inspired soups ready in about 40 minutes pairs flaked smoked haddock, medium, diced potatoes, diced carrots for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 365 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.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 25 min Serves 4 Seafood cuisine 365 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Melt 1 tbsp butter in a large pot over medium heat. Add diced onion, celery, and carrots, cooking for 5 minutes until softened. Stir in 2 tbsp flour and cook for 1 minute to form a paste.
  2. Step 2: Gradually whisk in 2 cups chicken broth until smooth, then add diced potatoes. Bring to a simmer and cook for 15 minutes until potatoes are tender.
  3. Step 3: Stir in flaked smoked haddock and simmer for 3 more minutes to heat through. Remove from heat and stir in 1/2 cup heavy cream, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper.
  4. Step 4: Serve hot, garnished with 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Smoked Fish & Potato Chowder with Parsley take to make?

Total time is about 40 minutes (15 min prep + 25 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 Smoked Fish & Potato Chowder with Parsley?

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 flaked smoked haddock from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Smoked Fish & Potato Chowder with Parsley?

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 Smoked Fish & Potato Chowder with Parsley 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 Smoked Fish & Potato Chowder with Parsley?

Seafood soups 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.

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