Slow Cooker Savory Manhattan Clam Chowder
Warm up your dinner table with this hearty and flavorful Slow Cooker Savory Manhattan Clam Chowder. Packed with the sweetness of bacon, the freshness of vegetables, and the briny goodness of clams, this chowder is a delightful twist on the classic recipe. The use of ripe, juicy tomatoes adds a vibrant color and irresistible flavor profile. Loaded with potatoes and seasoned to perfection, this chowder not only warms the soul but also makes for a perfect dish to share with friends and family. Set it up in your slow cooker and let the flavors meld beautifully throughout the day, ensuring that each bowl is filled with robust taste.
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Servings
210
Calories
13
Ingredients
Ingredients
bacon
5-6 slices (diced)
onion
1 cup (chopped)
carrots
2 (thinly sliced)
celery
3 stalks (thinly sliced, with leaves)
parsley
1 tablespoon fresh or 1 teaspoon dried (chopped)
whole tomatoes
28 ounces (broken up, undrained)
salt
1 1/2 teaspoons (to taste)
black pepper
3 dashes (to taste)
bay leaf
1 (whole)
dried thyme
1 teaspoon (to taste)
potatoes
3 medium (diced)
minced clams
20 ounces (with juice)
clam juice
8 ounces (bottle)
Instructions
1
In a skillet over medium heat, fry the diced bacon until crispy. Remove from heat and drain excess fat.
2
Transfer the cooked bacon to a 3 1/2-quart or larger slow cooker or Crock Pot.
3
Add the chopped onions, sliced carrots, celery, fresh or dried parsley, broken-up tomatoes (with their juice), salt, black pepper, bay leaf, and dried thyme to the slow cooker.
4
Incorporate the diced potatoes and gently stir all ingredients together until well blended.
5
Pour the minced clams (with juice) and clam juice into the slow cooker, stirring to mix all the components.
6
Cover and cook on low for 8 to 10 hours, or on high for 4 to 5 hours, until the vegetables are tender and the flavors have melded together.
7
Remove the bay leaf before serving. Ladle the chowder into bowls and enjoy the savory goodness.
Nutrition Information
8.8g
Fat
21.3g
Carbs
12g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Slow Cooker Savory Manhattan Clam Chowder?
It is a hearty, tomato-based seafood soup made with clams, bacon, potatoes, and various vegetables slow-cooked to meld flavors.
What makes this chowder Manhattan style?
Unlike New England style which is creamy, Manhattan style uses a tomato base and is often packed with vegetables like carrots and celery.
How do I prepare the bacon for this recipe?
Dice 5-6 slices of bacon and fry them in a skillet over medium heat until crispy, then drain the excess fat before adding to the slow cooker.
What size slow cooker is recommended?
A 3 1/2-quart or larger slow cooker or Crock Pot is recommended for this recipe.
What are the primary vegetables used?
The recipe calls for chopped onions, thinly sliced carrots, celery with leaves, and diced potatoes.
How many calories are in a serving of this chowder?
Each serving contains approximately 210 calories.
What is the cooking time on the low setting?
You should cook the chowder on low for 8 to 10 hours.
What is the cooking time on the high setting?
If you are in a hurry, you can cook the chowder on high for 4 to 5 hours.
Should I drain the minced clams?
No, you should include the juice from the 20 ounces of minced clams in the slow cooker.
How much clam juice is needed in addition to the canned clams?
The recipe requires one 8-ounce bottle of clam juice.
What kind of tomatoes should I use?
Use 28 ounces of whole tomatoes, broken up and undrained with their juice.
How much fat is in one serving?
There are 8.8 grams of fat per serving.
What herbs and spices provide the seasoning?
The chowder is seasoned with parsley, salt, black pepper, a bay leaf, and dried thyme.
Can I use dried parsley instead of fresh?
Yes, you can use 1 teaspoon of dried parsley instead of 1 tablespoon of fresh chopped parsley.
How many carbohydrates are in this recipe?
There are 21.3 grams of carbohydrates per serving.
How much protein is in the chowder?
This recipe provides 12 grams of protein per serving.
When should I remove the bay leaf?
Remove the bay leaf just before serving the chowder.
How should the carrots be cut?
The carrots should be thinly sliced.
How many potatoes are required?
The recipe calls for 3 medium potatoes, diced.
What is the protein source besides clams?
Bacon serves as an additional protein and flavor source in this chowder.
How do I know when the chowder is done?
The chowder is ready when the vegetables are tender and the flavors have melded together.
Can I use the celery leaves?
Yes, the recipe specifies using thinly sliced celery including the leaves.
How much onion should I add?
The recipe requires 1 cup of chopped onion.
Is this recipe considered a comfort food?
Yes, it is tagged as a comfort food and a hearty soup.
How many total ingredients are used?
There are 13 ingredients in this recipe.
What type of clams are used?
The recipe uses 20 ounces of minced clams.
How much thyme is needed?
You should use 1 teaspoon of dried thyme.
What is the recommended serving method?
Ladle the hot chowder into bowls and enjoy its savory goodness immediately after removing the bay leaf.
Does this recipe contain sugar?
Based on the nutritional data provided, the sugar content is not specified as a significant amount.
Is this chowder spicy?
No, it is savory rather than spicy, using only three dashes of black pepper for a hint of heat.