Crock Pot Clam Chowder Recipe {The BEST!}

Who knew that a Crock Pot Clam Chowder Recipe could be so easy!?!  This savory soup is so simple to make, and will make you an instant kitchen superstar!

Craving a piping hot bowl of delicious Clam Chowder?  This Crock Pot Clam Chowder Recipe is SO simple and absolutely delicious.  It really is the best!

Christy writes: "I’m a bit of a clam chowder snob. I am EXTREMELY picky with it (taste, consistency, everything) Your recipe is exactly what I’ve been looking for! It’s so delicious and the consistency is perfect! Great job, and great recipe!"

Growing up in Seattle, I consumed a LOT of clam chowder!  You can easily satisfy your chowder cravings at Ivar’s, Steamer’s, Salty’s and so many more incredible seafood restaurants in Seattle.  Even though we were on the west coast… New England style clam chowder was the THING in Seattle!

But sometimes you just need to make your own crave-worthy chowder at home!  Each tasty spoonful of this rich and delicious chowder will have you craving more… and the bacon on top just makes it even better!  Actually… bacon makes everything better! 🙂  Are you ready for the recipe?  Go grab your Crock Pot!

Crock Pot Clam Chowder Recipe

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What to Serve with Clam Chowder:

Clam chowder pairs so well with so many different things!  Here are 10 of my favorite tasty Clam Chowder Sides…

• Bacon
• Club Sandwich
• Garlic Bread
• Hush Puppies
• Jo Jo Potato Wedges
• Oyster Crackers
• Rosemary Bread
• Salad
• Shrimp Appetizer
• Saltine Crackers
• Sourdough Bread

Can I Double This Crock Pot Clam Chowder Recipe?

Yes, you sure can!  You’ll just need at least an 8 quart slow cooker to get the job done.

Crockpot Clam Chowder Ingredients:

It takes just a few simple ingredients to make the BEST Crockpot New England Clam Chowder!

• Minced Clams
• Evaporated Milk
• Cream of Potato Soup
• Cream of Celery Soup
• Butter
• Pepper
• Bay Leaf
• Parsley
• Bacon 

How to Bake Bacon in the Oven

The crispy bacon crumbles sends this clam chowder over the top!  Use this simple trick for Perfect Crispy Bacon to prep yours ahead of time!

How Do You Keep Clams Tender For Chowder?

Are you wondering how to cook clams so they are not chewy?  The key to keeping clams tender for clam chowder is to not overcook them.  That’s why we’ll add the clams in for the last 30 minutes of cooking, to ensure they don’t get overdone.  Nobody likes a rubbery clam. 🙂

How to Make Slow Cooker Clam Chowder:

1. Spray crockpot with nonstick cooking spray
2. Drain clam juice from cans and add to large bowl
3. Refrigerate clams
4. Stir Clam Juice, Evaporated Milk, Cream of Potato Soups, Cream of Celery Soup, melted Butter & Pepper together
5. Transfer mixture into crockpot
6. Add Bay Leaf and cover crockpot with lid
7. Cook on HIGH for 1.5 hours or LOW for 3.5 hours
8. Stir in clams, and cook for 30 more minutes
9. Remove Bay Leaf
10. Top with Bacon and Parsley
11. Serve, Enjoy & DEVOUR!

What Your Frugal Friends Are Saying About This Easy Crock Pot Clam Chowder Recipe…

Shawnna writes: “This was easy and DELICIOUS!!!”

Meghan writes: “Made this tonight and it was delicious. I’m not a fan of celery, so I did make one change. Instead of the cream of celery, I used cream of chicken with herbs.”

Carolyn writes: “This was tasty.”

Kimberly writes: “Love this recipe! So simple and yummy. I like to chop up some {cooked} shrimp into smaller pieces and toss that in as well. I call it a seafood chowder instead.”

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Crock Pot Clam Chowder Recipe

Who knew that a Crock Pot Clam Chowder Recipe could be so easy!?!

Prep Time5 minutes mins

Cook Time2 hours hrs

Total Time2 hours hrs 5 minutes mins

Course: Entree

Cuisine: American

Keyword: crockpot, easy, Slow Cooker, soup, soups

Servings: 6

Author: The Frugal Girls

Ingredients

• 13 oz. Minced Clams in Clam Juice {2 cans 6.5 oz. each}
• 12 oz. Evaporated Milk {1 can}
• 21 oz. Campbell’s Cream of Potato Soup {2 cans 10.5 oz. each}
• 10.5 oz. Campbell’s Cream of Celery Soup {1 can}
• 1 tbsp. Butter melted
• ¼ tsp. Pepper
• 1 Bay Leaf
• 1 Tbsp. Fresh chopped Parsley for Garnish
• 6 slices Chopped Bacon {cooked until crispy} for Garnish

Instructions

• Spray Crockpot with Non-stick Cooking Spray
• Drain Clam Juice from cans of Clams, and pour into large bowl. {set clams aside in refrigerator}
• In large bowl, combine Clam Juice, Evaporated Milk, Cream of Potato Soups, Cream of Celery Soup, melted Butter, and Pepper.
• Stir well, and transfer mixture into Crockpot.
• Add Bay Leaf into soup mixture, and cover Crockpot with lid.
• Cook on HIGH for 2 hours, or LOW for 4 hours.
• After 1.5 hours on HIGH or 3.5 hours on LOW, add in clams and stir well, then cover for the last 30 minutes of cooking.
• Remove Bay Leaf prior to serving, top with Parsley and chopped Bacon and ENJOY!

What You’ll Need to Make This Crock Pot Clam Chowder Recipe:

5 – 6 quart Crock Pot

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