Description
This Easy Creamy Seafood and Shrimp Chili is a flavorful, comforting dish that combines succulent shrimp, crab, and lobster with hearty beans, corn, and a blend of cheeses for a rich and satisfying meal. Perfect for seafood lovers looking for a unique twist on traditional chili, this recipe is quick to prepare and cook, delivering a creamy, spicy, and savory experience in just under 45 minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
Seafood
- 5 oz lump crab meat
- 5 oz lobster meat
- 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
Vegetables & Beans
- 2-3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup chopped onion
- 1 can (15.5 oz) Great Northern beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can (15.5 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can (15.5 oz) diced tomatoes with chilis, drained
- ½ cup whole kernel corn, frozen
Dairy
- 1 cup shredded Colby and Monterey Jack cheese
- 3 oz cream cheese
Liquids
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
Seasonings
- Seafood seasoning, to taste
- Chili powder, to taste
- Cumin, to taste
- Red cayenne pepper, to taste
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Prepare Aromatics: Heat 1 teaspoon olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add minced garlic and chopped onion, sautéing until they become translucent and fragrant, about 3-5 minutes.
- Cook Seafood: Add the peeled and deveined shrimp, lump crab meat, and lobster meat to the pot. Cook while stirring until the shrimp turns pink, indicating it’s cooked through, approximately 3-4 minutes.
- Add Broth and Vegetables: Pour in 2 cups of low-sodium chicken broth. Stir in the drained Great Northern beans, black beans, diced tomatoes with chilis, and frozen corn. Add seafood seasoning, chili powder, cumin, red cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper according to taste. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
- Incorporate Cheeses: Add 3 oz cream cheese and 1 cup shredded Colby and Monterey Jack cheese to the pot. Stir continuously until the cheeses melt completely and blend smoothly, creating a creamy texture.
- Serve: Once the chili is hot and creamy, remove from heat and serve immediately. Garnish as desired with fresh herbs or a squeeze of lime for added brightness.
Notes
- For a spicier chili, increase the amount of cayenne pepper or add fresh chopped jalapeños.
- You can substitute other seafood like scallops or clams if preferred.
- Using low-sodium broth helps control salt levels; adjust seasoning accordingly.
- Serve with crusty bread or over rice for a more filling meal.
- Leftovers store well in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and can be reheated gently on the stovetop.
