The Best Easy Creamy Seafood and Shrimp Chili

introduction

This recipe makes a warm, creamy seafood and shrimp chili. It mixes lobster, lump crab, and shrimp with beans, corn, tomatoes with chilis, and cheese. The soup is rich and easy to cook. If you like creamy seafood dishes, try this variation inspired by a creamy seafood stuffed shells recipe for more ideas.

why make this recipe

This chili is fast, comforting, and full of flavor. You get seafood and beans in one bowl. It feeds a family or makes great leftovers. The cream cheese and shredded cheese make it smooth and mild. If you love creamy shrimp dishes, you may also enjoy a simple creamy shrimp alfredo pasta with broccoli.

how to make The Best Easy Creamy Seafood and Shrimp Chili

Start by softening the onion and garlic in oil. Add beans, corn, broth, and tomatoes and let them simmer. Then add the seafood and cook just until it is done. Turn the heat low and stir in cream cheese so the soup becomes creamy. Top with shredded cheese and let it melt before serving. For a related creamy side or meal idea, see this creamy southern black-eyed peas recipe.

Ingredients :

• 5 oz Lobster meat
• 5 oz Lump crab
• 1 lb Shrimp
• 1 can Black beans
• 1/2 cup Corn, whole kernel frozen
• 2 Garlic cloves
• 1 can Great northern beans
• 1 cup Onion
• 2 cups Chicken broth, low sodium
• 1 can Tomatoes with chilis
• 1 tsp Olive oil
• 1 cup Colby and monterey jack cheese
• 3 oz Cream cheese

Directions :

1. In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat.
2. Add chopped onion and minced garlic; sauté until softened.
3. Stir in the black beans, corn, great northern beans, chicken broth, and tomatoes with chilis.
4. Bring to a simmer and cook for about 10 minutes.
5. Add in the seafood (lobster, crab, and shrimp) and let it cook through.
6. Reduce heat to low and stir in the cream cheese until melted and mixed.
7. Finally, sprinkle the cheese on top and let it melt before serving.

how to serve The Best Easy Creamy Seafood and Shrimp Chili

Serve hot in bowls. Add extra shredded cheese if you like. Offer warm bread or crackers on the side. A squeeze of lime or a few chopped herbs brighten the bowl.

how to store The Best Easy Creamy Seafood and Shrimp Chili

Cool the chili to room temperature, then put it in an airtight container. Refrigerate up to 3 days. Reheat on the stove over low heat and stir gently. For longer storage, freeze in a freezer-safe container up to 2 months. Thaw in the fridge before reheating.

tips to make The Best Easy Creamy Seafood and Shrimp Chili

• Use thawed seafood so it cooks evenly.
• Do not overcook shrimp; add it last and cook until pink.
• Low-sodium broth keeps the salt level in control.
• For extra creaminess, blend a cup of the soup smooth before adding the seafood.
• Adjust the heat by choosing mild or hot diced tomatoes with chilis.

variation (if any)

• Make it spicier with diced jalapeño or a pinch of cayenne.
• Swap in other seafood like scallops or firm white fish.
• Use heavy cream instead of cream cheese for a different texture.

FAQs

Q: Can I use frozen seafood?
A: Yes. Thaw it first so it cooks evenly. Pat it dry before adding to the pot.

Q: Is this recipe very spicy?
A: It is mild to medium. The tomatoes with chilis add some heat. Use mild tomatoes to reduce spice.

Q: Can I make this dairy-free?
A: You can omit the cream cheese and shredded cheese. Use a dairy-free cream substitute to keep it creamy.

Q: How long does it take to make?
A: About 25 to 30 minutes from start to finish.

Q: Can I use canned seafood?
A: Fresh or frozen seafood gives better texture, but canned crab or lobster can work. Add canned seafood at the end to warm through.

Conclusion

This creamy seafood and shrimp chili cooks fast and feeds a crowd. For a video and another version, see Easy Creamy Seafood and Shrimp Chili + {VIDEO} – Stay Snatched. For another simple take on seafood chili, check Seafood Chili – Easy Healthy Recipes.

The Best Easy Creamy Seafood and Shrimp Chili

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• Author: lamharmalmehdi25
• Total Time: 30 minutes
• Yield: 4 servings
• Diet: Seafood

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Description

A warm, creamy seafood and shrimp chili featuring lobster, lump crab, and shrimp, complemented with beans, corn, and cheese.

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Ingredients

• 5 oz Lobster meat
• 5 oz Lump crab
• 1 lb Shrimp
• 1 can Black beans
• 1/2 cup Corn, whole kernel frozen
• 2 Garlic cloves
• 1 can Great northern beans
• 1 cup Onion, chopped
• 2 cups Chicken broth, low sodium
• 1 can Tomatoes with chilis
• 1 tsp Olive oil
• 1 cup Colby and monterey jack cheese
• 3 oz Cream cheese

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Instructions

1. In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat.
2. Add chopped onion and minced garlic; sauté until softened.
3. Stir in the black beans, corn, great northern beans, chicken broth, and tomatoes with chilis.
4. Bring to a simmer and cook for about 10 minutes.
5. Add in the seafood (lobster, crab, and shrimp) and let it cook through.
6. Reduce heat to low and stir in the cream cheese until melted and mixed.
7. Finally, sprinkle the cheese on top and let it melt before serving.

Notes

Serve hot in bowls, adding extra shredded cheese if desired. Offer warm bread or crackers on the side, and a squeeze of lime for brightness.

• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Cook Time: 20 minutes
• Category: Soup
• Method: Stovetop
• Cuisine: American

Nutrition

• Serving Size: 1 serving
• Calories: 450
• Sugar: 3g
• Sodium: 700mg
• Fat: 24g
• Saturated Fat: 12g
• Unsaturated Fat: 9g
• Trans Fat: 0g
• Carbohydrates: 30g
• Fiber: 8g
• Protein: 30g
• Cholesterol: 110mg

Keywords: seafood, chili, creamy soup, shrimp, lobster, crab