Description

This Creamy One-Pot Salmon Chowder is rich, comforting, and deeply flavorful, made with tender salmon, creamy milk, hearty potatoes, and aromatic vegetables. Everything comes together in a single pot for easy cooking and even easier cleanup, making it perfect for busy weeknights or relaxed family dinners. The chowder is smooth without being heavy, balanced with gentle seafood flavor, and finished with fresh herbs and a touch of heat for a satisfying bowl every time.

Ingredients

Applegate Naturals Uncured Turkey Bacon or Butterball Turkey Bacon, finely chopped

Water

Yellow onion, finely chopped

Celery ribs, finely chopped

Kosher salt

Freshly ground black pepper

All purpose flour

Bottled clam juice

Whole milk

Russet or Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and cut into small cubes

Bay leaf

Boneless skinless salmon, cut into bite size chunks

Fresh parsley, dill, or chives, minced

Texas Pete Original Hot Sauce or Crystal Hot Sauce

Premium Original Saltine Crackers or Carr’s Table Water Crackers

Instructions

Add the chopped turkey bacon and water to a heavy bottomed pot over medium heat and cook gently until the water evaporates and the bacon becomes lightly crisp

Stir in the onion and celery and season lightly with salt and pepper, cooking until the vegetables soften and release their aroma

Sprinkle the flour evenly over the mixture and stir continuously until fully absorbed and no dry spots remain

Slowly pour in the clam juice while stirring, followed by the milk, creating a smooth base

Add the potatoes and bay leaf, then bring the mixture to a gentle simmer

Cook until the potatoes are tender and the broth has thickened naturally, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking

Gently add the salmon pieces and simmer just until the fish is opaque and flakes easily

Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed

Remove the bay leaf and ladle the chowder into bowls

Finish with fresh herbs, a dash of hot sauce, and serve with crackers on the side

Notes

Cut the potatoes evenly to ensure consistent cooking and a balanced texture throughout the chowder

Avoid boiling once the milk is added, as gentle heat keeps the chowder smooth and prevents separation

Add the salmon at the end to keep it tender and moist

Stir the bottom of the pot occasionally to prevent scorching and to lift flavorful bits into the broth

Leftovers thicken naturally, so add a small splash of milk when reheating to restore creaminess

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Main Course
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: American