Keto New England Clam Chowder
This Keto New England Clam Chowder is the best warm and hearty soup on a cold day! It is a classic comfort food that is easy to make and delicious. Our version is creamy, filling, and delicious. This dish is keto, low-carb, grain-free, and gluten-free!
Servings: 6 Servings
Calories: 341kcal
Ingredients
- 6 bacon slices chopped
- 2 celery ribs diced
- 1 medium onion diced
- 1 clove garlic minced
- 1 1/2 cups chicken bone broth or stock
- 1 8 oz. clam juice in bottle
- 1/4 teaspoon white pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 2 oz. cream cheese
- 2 6.5 oz. cans chopped clams undrained
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- In a large stockpot, cook the bacon on medium heat until crisp.
- Remove the cooked bacon from the pot and transfer to a paper towel and set aside.
- Add the celery, onion, and garlic into the stockpot.
- Saute the veggies for about 5 minutes or until softened.
- Add the cream cheese to the pot and stir continuously to melt it.
- Next, stir in the chicken bone broth/stock, clam juice, pepper, and thyme.
- Bring the soup mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and simmer uncovered for 20 minutes.
- Gradually, add in the heavy cream.
- Raise the heat and bring the soup to a boil once again, then reduce the heat to low.
- Stir in the clams and season with salt to taste. Let simmer for 2-3 more minutes.
- To serve, garnish with fresh thyme, the cooked bacon pieces, and more pepper.
Nutrition
Calories: 341kcal | Carbohydrates: 5g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 34g | Saturated Fat: 18g | Cholesterol: 107mg | Sodium: 418mg | Potassium: 175mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 1002IU | Vitamin C: 6mg | Calcium: 56mg | Iron: 1mg