Description
This creamy seafood and shrimp chili is a comforting dish that’s perfect for a cozy evening. Packed with flavor and loaded with seafood, it’s sure to become a favorite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 small onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 bell pepper, diced
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes
- 1 can (15 oz) white beans, drained and rinsed
- 2 cups seafood stock or chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 lb raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 cup mixed seafood (such as crab meat or scallops)
- 1 cup corn kernels
- ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
Instructions
- Start with the aromatics – Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add diced onion and cook for about 3–4 minutes until soft and fragrant. Stir in the garlic and bell pepper and cook another minute. The kitchen will already start to smell warm and inviting.
- Build the spice base – Sprinkle in the cumin, chili powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Stir the spices into the vegetables so they toast slightly in the oil. This small step deepens the flavor and gives the chili its comforting warmth.
- Add the hearty ingredients – Pour in the diced tomatoes, white beans, and seafood stock. Stir everything together and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer. Let it cook for about 10 minutes so the flavors begin to blend.
- Make it creamy – Reduce the heat and slowly stir in the heavy cream. The broth will turn beautifully creamy, transforming the chili into a rich and silky base.
- Add the seafood – Gently add the shrimp, mixed seafood, and corn. Cook for 4–5 minutes until the shrimp turn pink and tender. Seafood cooks quickly, so keep an eye on it to maintain that delicate texture.
- Finish with flavor – Stir in shredded cheddar cheese, cilantro, and lime juice. The cheese adds richness while the lime brightens the entire bowl.
Notes
- Serve the Creamy Seafood and Shrimp Chili hot, with crusty bread or warm tortillas for dipping.
- You can adjust the spiciness by adding more or less chili powder based on your preference.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soups
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 120mg