Side Dishes, Soups

New England Clam Chowder

  • Prep 10 mins
  • Total 51 mins
  • Easy
  • Serves 8

Allergies

  • Contains Milk/Dairy
  • Contains Shellfish

Tip: Allergy Advice

This dish contains the following allergens: Milk/Dairy, Shellfish

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  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 4 strips bacon, cut in 1/4-inch pieces
  • 1 large onion, peeled, minced
  • 2 ribs celery, minced
  • 2 teaspoons garlic powder
  • 2 teaspoons kosher salt
  • 2 teaspoons black pepper
  • 3 cans (6.5 ounces each) clams, drained, juice reserved
  • 4 cups clam juice, chicken, or vegetable stock
  • 2 pounds Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled, cut in 1/4-inch pieces
  • 1 sprig fresh thyme
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 2 tablespoons water
  • 2 cups heavy cream
  • Step 1

    Select SEAR/SAUTÉ and set to HIGH. Select START/STOP to begin. Allow to preheat for 3 minutes. 

  • Step 2

    After 3 minutes, add butter and bacon. Allow the bacon to render and crisp for 5 minutes, then add the onion, celery, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Cook for 10 minutes, until onions are translucent. 

  • Step 3

    Add reserved clam juice, stock, potatoes, thyme, and bay leaf. Stir to combine. Assemble pressure lid, making sure the pressure release valve is in the SEAL position. 

  • Step 4

    Select PRESSURE and set to LOW. Set time to 1 minute. Select START/STOP to begin. 

  • Step 5

    While the unit is cooking, stir together 2 tablespoons cornstarch and water in a small bowl. 

  • Step 6

    When pressure cooking is complete, quick release the pressure by moving the pressure release valve to the VENT position. Carefully remove lid when unit has finished releasing pressure. 

  • Step 7

    Select SEAR/SAUTÉ and set to HIGH. 

  • Step 8

    Remove the thyme and bay leaf and add in the cream, cornstarch slurry, and canned clams. Simmer, stirring occasionally, for 5 to 10 minutes to thicken. 

  • Step 9

    When cooking is complete, chowder is ready to serve.