Smoked Salmon Potato Chowder
A comforting smoked salmon potato chowder that blends creamy textures with smoky flavors, perfect for chilly days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Pescatarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups potatoes, diced
- 1 cup smoked salmon, chopped
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon dill (fresh or dried)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chives for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Sauté the aromatics: In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and minced garlic, sautéing until they become soft and translucent—about 5 minutes.
- Cook the potatoes: Toss in the diced potatoes along with the broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and let simmer for about 15-20 minutes, until tender.
- Blend in the richness: Stir in the chopped smoked salmon, heavy cream, and dill. Allow to simmer for an additional 5 minutes.
- Season to perfection: Taste and season with salt and pepper to your liking.
- Serve and savor: Ladle into bowls and garnish with fresh chives if desired. Enjoy immediately.
Notes
Serve with crusty bread or a crisp green salad for a complete meal. Can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 60mg