Tomato-Basil Seafood Stew with White Wine
A light, aromatic stew featuring fresh tomatoes, basil, and shrimp simmered in a white wine base for a quick weeknight meal. This seafood-inspired soups ready in about 27 minutes pairs chicken broth, (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes, peeled and deveined shrimp for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 280 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
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
- 12 oz, peeled and deveined shrimp
- 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
- 1, finely diced onion
- 3 cloves, minced garlic
- 1/2 cup dry white wine
- 1/4 cup, chopped fresh basil
- 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
- 1/2 tsp kosher salt
Instructions
- Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add 1 finely diced onion and cook for 5 minutes until translucent, stirring occasionally.
- Step 2: Add 3 minced garlic cloves and 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes, cooking for 1 minute until fragrant but not browned.
- Step 3: Pour in 1/2 cup white wine and simmer for 3 minutes until alcohol evaporates. Add 2 cups chicken broth and 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes, stirring to combine.
- Step 4: Bring to a gentle simmer, then add 12 oz shrimp and 1/2 tsp kosher salt. Cook for 4-5 minutes until shrimp turn pink and opaque.
- Step 5: Stir in 1/4 cup chopped basil and remove from heat. Taste and adjust salt if needed before serving with crusty bread.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Tomato-Basil Seafood Stew with White Wine take to make?
Total time is about 27 minutes (15 min prep + 12 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 Tomato-Basil Seafood Stew with White Wine?
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 chicken broth from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Tomato-Basil Seafood Stew with White Wine?
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 Tomato-Basil Seafood Stew with White Wine 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 Tomato-Basil Seafood Stew with White Wine?
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.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
Love how the Seafood come through in every bite.
- ★★★★☆
Enjoyable meal. Instructions could be a touch more detailed on the timing.
- ★★★★☆
Almost perfect — just needed a squeeze of lemon at the end.
