Crawfish Chowder

Gluten Free
Health score
1%
Crawfish Chowder
45 min.
10
281kcal

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Are you a fan of rich, creamy soups that pack a burst of flavors with every spoonful? If so, you're in for a treat with this Crawfish Chowder! This delectable gluten-free recipe is perfect for those who appreciate a hearty soup that can serve as a snack, antipasti, starter, or even a full meal. With a prep and cook time of just 45 minutes, it's a breeze to whip up, making it an excellent choice for a quick yet satisfying meal.

Each serving of this Crawfish Chowder clocks in at around 281 calories, ensuring it's a guilt-free indulgence. The star of this dish is undoubtedly the crawfish, which is combined with a medley of mouthwatering ingredients. Imagine tender crawfish sautéed in butter, melding perfectly with a creamy base of condensed cream of mushroom and potato soups, whole kernel corn, and a hint of spiciness from cayenne pepper. The cream cheese adds a luxurious depth of flavor, while the green onions offer a fresh, aromatic touch.

This chowder is not just about its sumptuous taste; it's about the experience of creating a comforting, soul-warming dish that's easy to make and even easier to enjoy. Whether you're a seasoned cook or just starting out, the straightforward steps and accessible ingredients make this recipe a must-try. So, why not treat yourself and your loved ones to a bowl of this Crawfish Chowder? It's a flavor-packed journey that's just a few steps away.

Ingredients

  • 0.5 cup butter 
  • 0.5 teaspoon ground pepper 
  • 10.8 ounce cream of mushroom soup canned
  • pounds crawfish tails frozen cleaned
  • ounces cream cheese softened
  • 21.5 ounce condensed cream of potato soup canned
  • 0.5 bunch spring onion chopped
  • cups half and half 
  • 15.3 ounce corn whole drained canned

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • pot

Directions

  1. Melt 1/4 cup of butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
  2. Saute green onions in butter until tender.
  3. Remove from pan, and set aside. In the same skillet, melt 1/2 cup of butter, and saute the crawfish for 5 minutes; set aside.
  4. In a large pot over medium heat, combine potato soup, mushroom soup, corn, and cream cheese.
  5. Mix well, and bring to a slow boil. Stir in half-and-half, sauteed green onions, and crawfish. Season with cayenne pepper. Bring to a low boil, and simmer 5 minutes to blend flavors.

Nutrition Facts

Calories281kcal
Protein10.47%
Fat67.52%
Carbs22.01%

Properties

Glycemic Index
14.1
Glycemic Load
0.2
Inflammation Score
-5
Nutrition Score
6.8652173177056%

Flavonoids

Kaempferol
0.02mg
Quercetin
0.13mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:281.19kcal
14.06%
Fat:21.33g
32.81%
Saturated Fat:12.61g
78.79%
Carbohydrates:15.64g
5.21%
Net Carbohydrates:15.28g
5.56%
Sugar:3.5g
3.89%
Cholesterol:72.28mg
24.09%
Sodium:804.19mg
34.96%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:7.44g
14.88%
Manganese:0.33mg
16.39%
Vitamin A:707.73IU
14.15%
Phosphorus:136.93mg
13.69%
Copper:0.27mg
13.36%
Selenium:7.53µg
10.76%
Vitamin B2:0.18mg
10.4%
Vitamin B12:0.55µg
9.11%
Calcium:83.91mg
8.39%
Zinc:1.18mg
7.9%
Potassium:267.8mg
7.65%
Vitamin B5:0.76mg
7.58%
Vitamin B3:1.14mg
5.69%
Folate:20.77µg
5.19%
Vitamin K:4.9µg
4.66%
Magnesium:17.57mg
4.39%
Iron:0.73mg
4.03%
Vitamin B6:0.08mg
3.96%
Vitamin E:0.56mg
3.74%
Vitamin B1:0.05mg
3.56%
Vitamin C:1.53mg
1.85%
Fiber:0.36g
1.45%
Source:Allrecipes