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Creamy New England Fish Chowder

Published: Feb 28, 2018 · Modified: Apr 17, 2020 by Sandi Gaertner · 22 Comments · This post may contain affiliate links

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This creamy fish chowder recipe is special because it is roux-free! It isn't often you can have a gluten free New England-style chowder. And a special bonus, this soup is also lactose-free!

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(*This post was sponsored by Clover Sonoma. All opinions and happiness about their Lactose-Free milk are my own.)

Grab a spoon and appetite because you are going to want seconds of this delicious fish chowder. I also include a video below to watch every step of making this easy chowder recipe! If you love hot soup as much as we do, you may want to check out all of my delicious gluten free soup recipes.

He came home hungry, two bowls of this soup devoured...he seems to be in a perpetual growing phase. He also loves my homemade Gluten Free Clam Chowder recipe!

Most New England-style chowders are made with a roux. Roux is a flour paste, made out of wheat flour. This paste is used to thicken the chowder.

I am excited to share this recipe with you because it is possible to get that amazing creamy clam chowder flavor without lactose and gluten!

AWESOME! Made this twice now. My Nova Scotia in-laws raved about how tasty it is. Both times I had to sub whole milk with a mixture of half n half cream and water. I also used the bacon grease as it is full of flavour. This is a keeper recipe 👍."

Amy S., Pinterest user
a bowl of chowder next to Clover lactose free milk

I have been buying Clover milk for years. Those of you who have been reading my blog for awhile know how much I love companies that give back. Both to their community and the environment.

  • Clover has remained conscious and careful about what goes into its products (and what doesn't) for three generations. This means you can feel good about serving Clover Sonoma's milk to your family!
  • Clover has sustained a commitment to natural dairy products, including non-GMO and organic lines sourced from small, local farms.
  • Their community giveback program, Clover Cares, gives at least 5% of their annual profits to support what's dear to them: Elevating Dairy, Empowering Future Generations, and Supporting their Community. (Coming from a non-profit background, this is huge for me!)

Instructions:

chowder ingredients

In a soup pot, add your oil, onion, and garlic and sauté for 3 minutes. Add in the potatoes and bacon and cook for 5 minutes. Add in the seasonings and cook 10 minutes until the potatoes are slightly softened.

Next, add the corn starch, cod fillets, milk. Turn the heat to medium, cover the pot and allow it to come to a boil. Reduce the heat and simmer another 20-30 minutes. Enjoy!!

Tips and Recipe FAQ:

Can you freeze chowder?

You can easily freeze this fish chowder recipe. Use a freezer-safe container and make sure it is sealed completely. To defrost the fish chowder, put it into a soup pot, cover, and warm on medium-low. Stir every few minutes until the soup is defrosted.

How long does chowder keep fresh?

This chowder will keep up to 4 days in an air-tight container, or up to 4 months in the freezer.

Can you use low-fat milk?

You can use low-fat milk but note your soup may not be quite as creamy.

Can you use this recipe to make New England Clam Chowder?

You can easily make this soup into a clam chowder by adding clams and clam juice, or you can check out my gluten free clam chowder recipe linked above.

top view of a bowl of New England fish chowder in a bowl

Dipping breads:

  • Paleo Biscuits
  • Gluten Free Sourdough Bread
  • Gluten Free Crackers
  • Float these Gluten Free Goldfish Crackers in the soup!

Variations:

  • Change the seafood from Cod to clams, shrimp, or any of your favorite fish.
  • Mix it up by using sweet potatoes instead of regular potatoes. This will add a little more sweetness, which would taste great with the fresh sage!

Reader rave:

Very yummy, takes a little while to put together . Make when you have time & patience 😅"

Joye H., Pinterest user

Recipe

New England Style Fish Chowder

Sandi Gaertner
A simple, creamy lactose free and gluten free New England style fish chowder recipe.
4.91 from 32 votes
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Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 30 mins
Total Time 45 mins
Course Gluten Free Soup Recipes
Cuisine American
Servings 10
Calories 234 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 6 cups Clover Lactose Free Whole Milk
  • 3 cod filets
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 cup onion diced
  • 2 cups potatoes diced
  • 5 slices bacon cooked, chopped
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 tablespoon fresh sage (use 1 teaspoon if using dried sage)
  • 1 tablespoon fresh thyme ( use 1 teaspoon if using dried)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch

Instructions
 

  • In a skillet, add oil and onion. Sauté until the onions begin to turn translucent.
  • Add potatoes and cooked bacon. Mix well.
  • Add seasonings and cornstarch and cook for 10 minutes.
  • Next, add the milk and cod filets. (You can add the cod filets whole because they will break up when they are cooked. You can also put the fish in frozen if your fish is not defrosted.)
  • Cover and bring to a boil, on medium heat and allow to gently boil for 10 minutes.
  • Turn temperature to simmer and allow to cook another 20 minutes until done.

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Notes

Feel free to use clams, shrimp, or any seafood you like in this recipe.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 234kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 20gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 418mgFiber: 1gSugar: 9g
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  1. Pete

    December 11, 2022 at 5:33 pm

    5 stars
    Very quick, easy, and great tasting recipe! This was my first attempt at gluten and lactose free cooking and it worked great. I used striped bass that I had caught as the fish, and it was delicious.

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    • Sandi Gaertner

      December 11, 2022 at 6:12 pm

      I am so glad you loved the recipe, Pete. Thank you so much for coming back to let me know. I love you used striped bass. I haven't had that fish in ages.

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