Easy Creamy Seafood and Shrimp Chili

Easy Creamy Seafood and Shrimp Chili

Author: Chef Elsa Prep Time: 15 min
Cook Time: 30 min Total Time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings Category: Dishes Cuisine: American Diet: Seafood

Description

Description A comforting pot of chili that combines rich, creamy seafood flavors with crab, lobster, and shrimp, perfect for a cozy weeknight meal.

Ingredients

  • 1 teaspoon olive oil
  • 2 – 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 cup chopped onion
  • 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • 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 (or thawed canned)
  • 1 cup shredded Colby and Monterey Jack cheese
  • 3 oz cream cheese
  • 5 oz lump crab
  • 5 oz lobster meat
  • 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • Seasonings: seafood seasoning, chili powder, cumin, red cayenne pepper, salt, and pepper
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Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Sauté garlic and onion until translucent (about 4–6 minutes).
  2. Add shrimp, crab, and lobster. Cook until shrimp turns pink (about 2–3 minutes).
  3. Stir in broth, beans, tomatoes, corn, and seasonings. Bring to a simmer and cook for 8–10 minutes.
  4. Add cream cheese and shredded cheese, stirring until melted and combined.
  5. Serve hot, garnished as desired.

Notes

  1. Notes
  2. For a flavorful touch, add fresh cilantro or lime juice for garnish. Serve with cornbread or a green salad for a complete meal.