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Bowl of cozy salmon chowder with cream and herbs

Cozy Salmon Chowder

A warm and comforting chowder featuring salmon, Yukon gold potatoes, and fresh dill in a creamy broth, perfect for chilly evenings.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Course Main Course, Soup
Cuisine American, Comfort Food
Servings 6 servings
Calories 350 kcal

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients

  • 1 lb Salmon, cut into chunks
  • 4 medium Yukon Gold potatoes, diced
  • 2 medium Carrots, peeled and sliced
  • ¼ cup Fresh dill, chopped
  • 1 medium Onion, finely chopped
  • 3 cloves Garlic, minced
  • 4 cups Chicken or vegetable broth
  • 1 cup Heavy cream
  • Salt, to taste
  • Pepper, to taste

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Gather all your ingredients. Dice the Yukon Gold potatoes, slice the carrots, chop the onion and garlic, and cut the salmon into bite-sized chunks. Wash and finely chop the fresh dill.

Cooking the Base

  • In a large pot, sauté the chopped onion and minced garlic over medium heat until fragrant and translucent, about 3-5 minutes. Avoid burning the garlic.

Adding Vegetables

  • Add the diced Yukon Gold potatoes and sliced carrots to the pot. Cook for about 5 minutes to soften the vegetables slightly.

Pouring in the Broth

  • Pour in the chicken or vegetable broth and raise the heat to bring it to a gentle simmer for about 5 minutes.

Adding Salmon

  • Add the salmon chunks to the pot, gently stir, and let cook for about 5-7 minutes, until the salmon is opaque and flakes easily.

Mixing in Cream and Dill

  • Reduce the heat to low and stir in the heavy cream and chopped fresh dill. Cook until heated through, about 3-5 minutes.

Season to Taste

  • Taste the chowder and season it with salt and pepper according to your preference.

Serving

  • Ladle the chowder into bowls and optionally garnish with fresh dill or a splash of cream. Serve hot.

Notes

For a thicker chowder, mash a portion of the potatoes before adding the cream. You can customize the flavors with additional herbs or vegetables.
Keyword Comforting Chowder, Cozy Soup, easy dinner, Hearty Soup, Salmon Chowder