Creamy Seafood Shrimp Chili: 5 Reasons to Love It
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Creamy Seafood and Shrimp Chili – A Cozy Dinner Delight
- Author: Emily
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Calorie
- 1 pound Seafood (shrimp, scallops, tilapia)
- 8 ounces Cream Cheese
- 1 cup Shredded Cheese
- 1 can Beans
- 1 unit Onion
- 2 cloves Garlic
- 1 teaspoon Cayenne Pepper
- 1 tablespoon Chili Seasoning
- 4 cups Vegetable or Fish Stock
- Begin by gathering all your ingredients for the Creamy Seafood and Shrimp Chili. Chop one onion and mince two cloves of garlic, then set them aside.
- In a large pot, heat 2 tablespoons of oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, sautéing for 3-4 minutes.
- Stir in your choice of seafood along with one can of drained beans. Add chili seasoning and cayenne pepper, cooking for 2-3 minutes.
- Slowly pour in 4 cups of stock while stirring. Add 4 ounces of cream cheese and 1 cup of shredded cheese, mixing until creamy.
- Bring the chili to a gentle simmer, cooking uncovered for 15-20 minutes until the seafood is cooked.
- If too thin, mix 1 tablespoon of cornstarch with 2 tablespoons of cold water, stir into the chili, and simmer for 2-3 minutes.
- Ladle into bowls and serve immediately, optionally garnishing with fresh herbs or extra cheese.
Notes
- Feel free to substitute with your favorite seafood or even chicken.
- Can swap with low-fat cream cheese for a healthier option.
- Any melting cheese will work.
- Choose any canned beans like black or kidney.
- Use fresh or onion powder.
- Fresh garlic is preferred.
- Adjust cayenne pepper to your spice preference.
- Consider making your own chili seasoning blend.
- Using low-sodium stock is recommended.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 8 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg