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How to Make Easy Instant Pot Clam Chowder - A Step-by-Step Guide

Clam chowder is a classic American dish that has been enjoyed for generations. It's a hearty, comforting soup that is perfect for a chilly evening or a cozy dinner at home. And with the invention of the Instant Pot, making clam chowder has become easier and more convenient than ever before. This recipe for Easy Instant Pot Clam Chowder is a delicious twist on the traditional clam chowder, and it will quickly become a staple in your meal rotation.

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Ingredients

  • 3 (6.5 ounce) cans chopped clams, undrained
  • 1 ½ cups water, or as needed
  • 4 slices bacon, chopped into 1/2-inch pieces
  • 1 cup chopped onion
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 4 cups peeled and cubed Yukon Gold potatoes
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • ¼ teaspoon dried thyme
  • ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
  • salt and ground black pepper to taste
  • 1 ⅓ cups evaporated skim milk
  • 1 tablespoon potato starch (Optional)

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 30 mins
  • Additional Time: 10 mins
  • Total Time: 55 mins
  • Servings: 5

  • Drain clam juice from 2 cans into a 2-cup liquid measure, then fill with water to the 2-cup mark; set aside. Drain and discard clam juice from the remaining can.
  • Turn on a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as Instant Pot) and select the Sauté function. Add bacon and stir occasionally until fat has rendered and bacon is cooked, but not crispy, about 5 minutes. Add onion and butter. Cook, stirring and scraping the bottom of the pot to release the brown bits, until onion has softened and turned translucent, about 5 minutes. Hit Cancel.
  • Add potatoes and clam juice-water mixture; stir. Close and lock the lid and seal the pressure valve. Select high pressure according to manufacturer's instructions; set the timer for 4 minutes. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for pressure to build.
  • Allow to rest for 3 minutes, then release pressure carefully using the quick-release method according to manufacturer's instructions, about 5 minutes. Unlock and remove the lid.
  • Carefully mash some or all of the potatoes as desired with a potato masher. Select Soup function. Stir in flour, thyme, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Add evaporated milk and drained clams.
  • Heat chowder without boiling, about 5 minutes. Stir in potato starch to thicken.

    • Nutrition

    424 cal.

    • Total Fat: 10g
    • Saturated Fat: 4g
    • Cholesterol: 100mg
    • Sodium: 450mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 43g
    • Dietary Fiber: 3g
    • Total Sugars: 10g
    • Protein: 39g
    • Vitamin C: 27mg
    • Calcium: 285mg
    • Iron: 31mg
    • Potassium: 791mg

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    Soup recipes
    Seafood recipes
    Instant pot recipes
    Chowder recipes
    Easy recipes