Real Celery Chowder Recipe

Warm up on a chilly day with this incredibly creamy and flavorful celery chowder! Perfect for celery lovers, this recipe delivers a depth of celery flavor that's both comforting and exciting. Inspired by a friend's recipe and perfected through trial and error, this chowder is unbelievably delicious on its own, or elevated with the addition of cooked chicken or tofu. Get ready for a taste sensation that will become a new family favorite!

Prep Time 15 mins

Cook Time 50 mins

Calories 261.1 kcal

Protein 20g

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Adapted from Food.com, then tested & standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Real Celery Chowder

1 medium yellow onion, chopped
4 stalks celery, thinly sliced
Potatoes
3 cups milk (whole milk recommended)
Salt And Pepper
Fresh Parsley
Fresh Thyme
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour

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How to Make Real Celery Chowder

In a large pot or Dutch oven, combine the chopped onion, sliced celery, and diced potatoes. Add 6 cups of water, ensuring the vegetables are fully submerged.
Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender.
Stir in 3 cups of milk, salt, pepper, celery seed, and thyme.
In a small bowl, whisk together 1 cup of milk and 2 tablespoons of flour until smooth to create a slurry.
Gradually whisk the milk-flour slurry into the simmering chowder.
Continue to stir constantly over medium-low heat until the chowder has thickened to your desired consistency (about 5-7 minutes). Do not boil.
Stir in the cooked chicken or tofu (if using).
Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Serve hot and enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

6 g

Sugar

13g

Fat

22g

Carbs

13g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Real Celery Chowder?

Real Celery Chowder takes about 65 minutes from start to finish — roughly 15 minutes to prepare and 50 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Real Celery Chowder?

Real Celery Chowder has approximately 261.1 calories per serving, with about 20 g protein, 13 g carbohydrates and 11 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Real Celery Chowder?

The key ingredients for Real Celery Chowder are Onion, Celery, Potatoes, Milk, Salt And Pepper, Fresh Parsley. See the full list with measurements above.