Smoked Lobster and Potato Chowder with Chives

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-16 · Updated 2026-04-16

A hearty New England chowder featuring tender lobster meat simmered with potatoes and a hint of smoked salt. This New England-inspired soup recipe, ready in about 45 minutes, pairs lobster meat, russet potatoes, onion for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 385 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 cup lobster meat
• 2 medium russet potatoes
• 1/2 cup onion
• 2 celery stalks
• 3 cups chicken broth
• 1/2 cup heavy cream
• 1/4 tsp smoked sea salt
• 2 tbsp fresh chives

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Dice 2 medium russet potatoes into 1/2-inch cubes and finely chop 1/2 cup onion and 2 celery stalks. Melt 1 tbsp butter in a large pot over medium heat, add vegetables, and cook 8 minutes until softened.
2. Step 2: Add 3 cups chicken broth to the pot, bring to a gentle simmer, and cook 15 minutes until potatoes are tender. Stir in 1 cup lobster meat and 1/4 tsp smoked sea salt.
3. Step 3: Remove from heat, stir in 1/2 cup heavy cream and 2 tbsp fresh chives. Simmer on low heat for 3 minutes until heated through, avoiding boiling to prevent curdling.