✨ Introduction
Creamy Lobster & Scallop Chowder is the ultimate luxurious seafood comfort soup packed with tender lobster, buttery scallops, velvety cream broth, and rich savory flavor. Every spoonful delivers silky seafood goodness with hearty potatoes, herbs, and garlic simmered into a warm and comforting chowder. Elegant, cozy, and deeply satisfying, this restaurant-style seafood soup is perfect for holidays, cold evenings, or elevated comfort food cravings.
🛒 Ingredients
For the Chowder
• 2 lobster tails, cooked and chopped
• 1 lb sea scallops
• 3 tbsp butter
• 1 small onion, diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 celery stalks, diced
• 2 medium potatoes, peeled and diced
• ¼ cup flour
• 4 cups seafood stock or chicken broth
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1 cup whole milk
• 1 tsp Old Bay seasoning
• 1 tsp thyme
• Salt and black pepper to taste
Optional Add-Ins
• Corn
• Bacon bits
• Shrimp
• Spinach
Optional Garnish
• Fresh parsley
• Chives
• Cracked black pepper
• Oyster crackers
• Crusty bread
👩🍳 Instructions
1️⃣ Sear the Scallops
Pat scallops dry and season lightly with salt and pepper. Melt butter in a large pot and sear scallops until golden brown. Remove and set aside.
2️⃣ Cook the Vegetables
In the same pot, sauté onion, celery, and garlic until soft and fragrant.
3️⃣ Add the Potatoes
Stir in diced potatoes, Old Bay seasoning, thyme, salt, and black pepper.
4️⃣ Make the Roux
Sprinkle flour over the vegetables and stir continuously for 1–2 minutes.
5️⃣ Add the Stock
Slowly whisk in seafood stock or broth until smooth. Simmer until potatoes become tender.
6️⃣ Make it Creamy
Stir in heavy cream and milk and simmer gently until rich and velvety.
7️⃣ Add the Seafood
Fold in lobster meat and scallops and cook gently until heated through.
8️⃣ Taste and Adjust
Adjust seasoning with extra salt, pepper, or Old Bay if desired.
9️⃣ Garnish and Serve
Top with parsley, chives, cracked black pepper, or bacon bits.
🔟 Serve and Enjoy
Serve hot with oyster crackers or crusty bread for a rich and comforting seafood chowder.
❓ FAQ
What scallops work best?
Sea scallops give the best texture and flavor.
Can I use frozen lobster?
Yes, thaw completely before cooking.
How do I keep scallops tender?
Avoid overcooking and simmer gently.
Can I make it thicker?
Add extra potatoes or simmer longer.
What sides pair well?
Crusty bread or a fresh salad pair beautifully.
🦞 Final Thoughts
Creamy Lobster & Scallop Chowder is the perfect luxurious seafood comfort soup packed with buttery lobster, tender scallops, creamy broth, and rich savory flavor. Elegant, cozy, and deeply satisfying, it’s a restaurant-style chowder full of warm homemade goodness.
