What is Chef John’s New York–Style Clam Chowder?

It is an American chowder recipe made with 18 ingredients, usually served for dinner or lunch or soup.

What is Chef John’s New York–Style Clam Chowder made of?

The main ingredients are All-Purpose Flour, Black Pepper, Cayenne Pepper, Celery, Chicken Broth. The full list of 18 is above.

What goes well with Chef John’s New York–Style Clam Chowder?

Explore these American side-dish recipes. Hearty Ham and Macaroni Bake Skinny Buffalo Chicken Dip The Best Barbecue Baked Beans Classic American-Style Potato Salad

How long does it take to make Chef John’s New York–Style Clam Chowder?

About 1 hr 35 mins in total: 35 mins to prepare and 1 hr to cook.

How many calories are in one serving?

One serving provides about 275.64 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.

Is Chef John’s New York–Style Clam Chowder easy to make?

This recipe is rated medium, with 18 ingredients and 6 steps.

Is Chef John’s New York–Style Clam Chowder healthy?

Chef John’s New York–Style Clam Chowder has an easyChef Pro health score of 49/100. Per serving, it provides 275.64 calories and 16.42 g of protein, or 33% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of dietary fiber and vitamin C. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 1217.5 mg (53% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 3.05 g (15% of the Daily Value). It contains Shellfish, Wheat, Gluten, Celery, Tomatoes, Garlic and Onions, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.

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Chef John’s New York–Style Clam Chowder

Name: Chef John’s New York–Style Clam Chowder
Prep time: 35 min
Cook time: 1 h
Total time: 1 h 35 min
Yield: 6 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 2 tbsp All-Purpose Flour; 1 to taste Black Pepper; 3 whole Cayenne Pepper; 2 cups Celery; 2 cups Chicken Broth; 2 to taste Chopped Clams; 2 to taste Clam; 1 cup Clam Juice; 2 cups Diced Carrots; 3 cups Diced Potatoes; 0.5 cup Diced Tomatoes; 1 cup Diced Yellow Onion; 2 tsp Dried Tarragon; 2 tbsp Fresh Parsley; 3 cloves Garlic; 1 to taste Salt; 4 whole Thick-Cut Bacon; 2 tbsp Tomato Paste

Dinner 🍽️Lunch 🥪Soup 🍲 American Pescatarian 🐟

Chef John’s New York–Style Clam Chowder is bright and briny with tomato-forward broth, smoky bacon, and tender potatoes, letting the clams shine in every spoonful. A touch of cayenne and fresh herbs adds gentle heat and freshness, making it special for a cozy dinner or a casual weekend gathering with crusty bread on the side.

Prep35 mins
Cook1 hr
Serves6
DifficultyMedium

easyChef Pro health score

Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Chef John’s New York–Style Clam Chowder, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.

49 Health Score

Glycemic ImpactFair: 55 / 100; Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
Nutritional DensityPoor: 3 / 100; Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
Energy DensityGood: 100 / 100; Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
NOVA Processed Culinary Ingredients: 2 / 4; Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.

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25
Heart Health: 79
Metabolic: 42
Digestive: 21
Inflammatory: 48
Performance: 48
General Wellness

1

Drain the baby and chopped clams. Refrigerate the liquid until needed and set the clams aside.
2

Add the bacon to a soup pot over medium-high heat; cook, stirring, until well browned and nearly crispy, 7 to 10 minutes. Add the onion, garlic, and a pinch of salt; cook and stir until the onions begin to soften and turn translucent, 5 to 7 minutes.
3

Stir in the tomato paste and cook, stirring, for 2 minutes. Do not worry if some tomato paste sticks to the bottom; that is desired. Sprinkle in the flour; cook and stir for 2 to 3 minutes.
4

Pour in the reserved clam juice along with the bottled clam juice and chicken broth. Stir with a spatula, scraping the bottom of the pot to deglaze any browned bits.
5

Add the carrots, celery, clams, diced tomatoes, pepper, and cayenne; stir and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer for 15 to 20 minutes, skimming off some bacon fat if desired.
6

Add the diced potatoes and cook until tender but not falling apart, about 20 minutes. Taste and adjust the salt, if needed. Stir in the fresh tarragon and parsley just before serving.

About This Recipe

Chef John's New York Style Clam Chowder is an American dinner recipe made with 18 ingredients. It takes about 1 hr 35 mins, serves 6, and is rated medium. Key ingredients include All Purpose Flour, Black Pepper, Cayenne Pepper, and Celery. Each serving provides about 275.64 kcal, and is a good source of protein.

Recipe Questions

What is Chef John’s New York–Style Clam Chowder?: It is an American chowder recipe made with 18 ingredients, usually served for dinner or lunch or soup.
What is Chef John’s New York–Style Clam Chowder made of?: The main ingredients are All-Purpose Flour, Black Pepper, Cayenne Pepper, Celery, Chicken Broth. The full list of 18 is above.
What goes well with Chef John’s New York–Style Clam Chowder?: Explore these American side-dish recipes.
Hearty Ham and Macaroni Bake
Skinny Buffalo Chicken Dip
The Best Barbecue Baked Beans
Classic American-Style Potato Salad
How long does it take to make Chef John’s New York–Style Clam Chowder?: About 1 hr 35 mins in total: 35 mins to prepare and 1 hr to cook.
How many calories are in one serving?: One serving provides about 275.64 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
Is Chef John’s New York–Style Clam Chowder easy to make?: This recipe is rated medium, with 18 ingredients and 6 steps.
Is Chef John’s New York–Style Clam Chowder healthy?: Chef John’s New York–Style Clam Chowder has an easyChef Pro health score of 49/100. Per serving, it provides 275.64 calories and 16.42 g of protein, or 33% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of dietary fiber and vitamin C. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 1217.5 mg (53% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 3.05 g (15% of the Daily Value). It contains Shellfish, Wheat, Gluten, Celery, Tomatoes, Garlic and Onions, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.

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