Best 6 Cheesy Catfish Chowder Recipes

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Welcome to the delectable world of cheesy catfish chowder, a heartwarming dish that harmonizes the delicate essence of catfish with a symphony of melted cheese. This savory chowder embarks on a culinary journey, transporting you to a comforting haven where creamy broth embraces tender catfish morsels, while a medley of vegetables orchestrates a chorus of flavors. Each spoonful promises a harmonious blend of textures, as velvety cheese mingles with the firm flesh of catfish, enveloped in a broth that dances upon your palate. Discover the secrets to crafting the ultimate cheesy catfish chowder, an experience that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you yearning for more.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

CHEESY CATFISH CHOWDER



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We have a large pond in our back yard which has many nice catfish so I am always trying to come up with new ways to fix it. This is one of our favorites.

Provided by VRKATHYV

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Seafood

Time 45m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 tablespoons butter
½ small onion, chopped
1 (14 ounce) can chicken broth
1 cup water
½ cup chopped celery
1 cup sliced baby carrots
2 medium potatoes, cubed
3 cups milk, divided
⅓ cup cake flour
1 teaspoon celery salt
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 ½ pounds catfish fillets, cut into 1 inch pieces
1 ½ cups shredded Cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • In a Dutch oven over medium heat, melt butter and saute the onion until tender. Pour in chicken broth and water. Mix in celery, carrots, and potatoes. Cook 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until vegetables are tender.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together 1 1/2 cups milk and cake flour. Mix into the Dutch oven.
  • Mix remaining milk, celery salt, salt, and pepper into the Dutch oven. Stirring occasionally, continue cooking the mixture about 10 minutes, until thickened.
  • Stir catfish into the mixture, and cook 5 minutes, or until fish is easily flaked with a fork. Mix in Cheddar cheese, and cook another 5 minutes, until melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 347.3 calories, Carbohydrate 20.9 g, Cholesterol 78.4 mg, Fat 18.5 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 23.6 g, SaturatedFat 9 g, Sodium 968.2 mg, Sugar 6.2 g

CHEESY CATFISH CHOWDER



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This chowder is delicious! You could substitute any type of fish or seafood for the catfish and it would be just as good.

Provided by Cheri-Beri

Categories     Stew

Time 45m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 tablespoons butter
1/2 small onion, chopped
1 (14 ounce) can chicken broth
1 cup water
1/2 cup chopped celery
1 cup sliced baby carrots
2 medium potatoes, cubed
3 cups milk, divided
1/3 cup flour
1 teaspoon celery salt
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground pepper
1 1/2 lbs catfish fillets, cut into 1 inch pieces
1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • In a Dutch oven over medium heat, melt butter and saute the onion until tender.
  • Pour in chicken broth and water.
  • Mix in celery, carrots, and potatoes.
  • Cook 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until vegetables are tender.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together 1 1/2 cups of milk and all of flour. Mix into the Dutch oven.
  • Mix remaining milk, celery salt, salt, and pepper into the Dutch oven. Stirring occasionally, continue cooking the mixture about 10 minutes until thickened.
  • Stir the catfish into the mixture, and cook 5 minutes or until fish is easily flaked with a fork.
  • Mix in the cheddar cheese and cook another 5 minutes until cheese is melted.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 361.1, Fat 20.1, SaturatedFat 10, Cholesterol 82.6, Sodium 721.1, Carbohydrate 20, Fiber 1.8, Sugar 1.8, Protein 24.4

CHEDDAR SEAFOOD CHOWDER



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Shrimp and scallops make this thick, cheesy and chunky chowder extra special. It's packed with veggies, and the crispy bacon makes a yummy garnish. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 35m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

6 bacon strips, chopped
2 celery ribs, finely chopped
1/2 cup chopped sweet orange pepper
1 small onion, finely chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) chicken broth
2 cups 2% milk
2 medium red potatoes, cubed
1 teaspoon seafood seasoning
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 pound uncooked medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
1/2 pound bay scallops
1-1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp. Remove to paper towels with a slotted spoon; drain, reserving 2 tablespoons drippings., In the drippings, saute the celery, orange pepper and onion until crisp-tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Stir in flour until blended; gradually add broth and milk. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 1 minute or until thickened., Add the potatoes, seafood seasoning and salt; return to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 10-15 minutes or until potatoes are tender. , Add shrimp and scallops; cook and stir for 3-4 minutes or until shrimp turn pink and scallops are opaque. Stir in cheese until melted. Garnish each serving with bacon.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 309 calories, Fat 14g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 104mg cholesterol, Sodium 981mg sodium, Carbohydrate 19g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 26g protein.

SPICY CATFISH CHOWDER



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Thick and spicy chowder, full of veggies! Serve with a warm and crusty loaf of bread!

Provided by L Mac

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Chowders     Fish Chowder Recipes

Time 1h15m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 18

2 tablespoons olive oil
2 yellow onions, diced
2 carrots, diced
¼ cup butter
1 zucchini, diced
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 (12 fluid ounce) can or bottle beer (golden ale-style)
3 tablespoons seafood seasoning (such as Old Bay®)
3 tablespoons dried parsley
1 tablespoon garlic powder
1 tablespoon chile-garlic sauce (such as Sriracha®)
1 teaspoon sea salt
1 teaspoon dried oregano
ground black pepper to taste
4 (6 ounce) fillets catfish
2 (14.5 ounce) cans stewed tomatoes with juice
1 (14.5 ounce) can water
1 (12 ounce) can whole kernel corn, drained

Steps:

  • Heat olive oil in a large soup pot over medium heat; cook and stir onions and carrots until onions are slightly softened, about 2 minutes. Melt butter with onions and carrots; cook and stir zucchini and garlic in the melted butter until onions are translucent, about 7 more minutes.
  • Stir beer, seafood seasoning, parsley, garlic powder, chile-garlic sauce, sea salt, oregano, and black pepper into the vegetable mixture and gently lay catfish fillets over top of vegetables. Pour tomatoes with their juice over the vegetables and catfish. Cover pot and bring to a simmer; cook until catfish are cooked through, about 10 minutes. Break the catfish fillets apart into bite-size chunks.
  • Pour in a tomato can of water and stir in corn; simmer the chowder covered until vegetables are tender and flavors have blended, at least 30 more minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 306.6 calories, Carbohydrate 26 g, Cholesterol 57.2 mg, Fat 15.3 g, Fiber 4.5 g, Protein 16.2 g, SaturatedFat 5.4 g, Sodium 1379.2 mg, Sugar 8.8 g

CATFISH BAKED WITH CHEESE



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Adapted from Craig Claiborne's Southern Cooking. This is also good when made with other kinds of fish. Don't try to fry them; they'll burn.

Provided by Chocolatl

Categories     Catfish

Time 30m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

6 catfish fillets
1/2 cup parmesan cheese, preferably freshly grated
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
salt
pepper
1 teaspoon paprika
1 egg, lightly beaten
1 tablespoon milk
1/2 cup butter, melted
1/4 cup sliced almonds (optional)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F.
  • Wipe fish dry.
  • Combine cheese, flour, salt, pepper and paprika in a shallow dish.
  • Combine egg and milk in a shallow dish.
  • Dip fish in egg mixture, then in flour mixture, turning to coat.
  • Arrange in a single layer in a baking dish.
  • Pour the butter over the fish.
  • Top with the almonds, if using.
  • Bake for about 20 minutes, until fish is cooked through.

CHEESY CHICKEN CHOWDER



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I like to serve this hearty chowder with garlic bread and a salad. It's a wonderful dish to prepare when company drops in. The rich, mild flavor and tender chicken and vegetables appeal even to children and picky eaters. -Hazel Fritchie, Palestine, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner     Lunch

Time 35m

Yield 8 servings (2 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 cups chicken broth
2 cups diced peeled potatoes
1 cup diced carrots
1 cup diced celery
1/2 cup diced onion
1-1/2 teaspoons salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/4 cup butter, cubed
1/3 cup all-purpose flour
2 cups whole milk
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
2 cups diced cooked chicken

Steps:

  • In a 4-quart saucepan, bring chicken broth to a boil. Reduce heat; add the potatoes, carrots, celery, onion, salt and pepper. Cover and simmer for 12-15 minutes or until vegetables are tender., Meanwhile, melt butter in a medium saucepan; stir in flour until smooth. Gradually stir in milk. Bring to a boil over medium heat; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Reduce heat; add cheese, stirring until melted; add to broth along with chicken. Cook and stir until heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 322 calories, Fat 19g fat (12g saturated fat), Cholesterol 85mg cholesterol, Sodium 1100mg sodium, Carbohydrate 18g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 21g protein.

Tips:

  • Choose the right catfish: For the best flavor and texture, use fresh or frozen catfish fillets that are boneless and skinless.
  • Season the catfish well: Before cooking, season the catfish fillets with salt, pepper, and any other desired spices or herbs. This will help to enhance the flavor of the fish.
  • Cook the catfish until it is flaky: When cooking the catfish fillets, cook them until they are flaky and opaque throughout. This will ensure that the fish is cooked through and safe to eat.
  • Use a good quality chowder base: The chowder base is the foundation of the soup, so it is important to use a good quality base. You can use a store-bought chowder base or make your own using fresh vegetables and herbs.
  • Add your favorite vegetables: This recipe is a great way to use up any leftover vegetables that you have on hand. Some good options include potatoes, carrots, celery, and onions.
  • Season the chowder to taste: Once the chowder is simmering, taste it and adjust the seasoning as needed. You may want to add more salt, pepper, or other spices to taste.
  • Serve the chowder hot: Cheesy catfish chowder is best served hot, with a side of crusty bread or crackers.

Conclusion:

Cheesy catfish chowder is a delicious and easy-to-make soup that is perfect for a cold winter day. It is made with fresh catfish fillets, a creamy chowder base, and your favorite vegetables. This soup is sure to warm you up and fill you up. So next time you are looking for a hearty and satisfying soup, give cheesy catfish chowder a try. You won't be disappointed!

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