Creamy Shrimp and Sweet Corn Chowder
A comforting, high-protein chowder featuring tender shrimp, sweet corn, and hearty potatoes. Perfectly balanced to keep you satisfied and energized.
Prep
15 min
Cook
20 min
Total
35 min
Makes
2 servings
The feel-good payoff
Why this meal can feel especially good in perimenopause
Think practical wins: steadier energy, comfortable fullness and one less food decision. Your response is personal, so use the prompts below to notice what works for you.
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Feel fueled, not flattened
A complete meal with protein, carbohydrates and fats is designed to offer more staying power than a quick carb-only fix.
Notice: energy 1–3 hours later
Comfortably satisfied
Fullness that has staying power
This meal is designed to feel substantial, so finishing it can feel like the meal is complete rather than the start of an evening of grazing.
Notice: fullness 2–3 hours later
More staying power
Make the next few hours easier
This meal is built to be more sustaining than a snack-sized stopgap, with enough substance to carry you into the next part of the day.
Notice: energy + fullness later
Clearer, simpler choices
Let the recipe do the thinking
Clear steps and a complete plate mean fewer decisions when focus is in short supply—and a more substantial meal once you are done.
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Setup
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Prep
15 min
Cook
20 min
Total
35 min
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Equipment
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Time saver
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days. Reheat very gently over low heat on the stove to prevent the dairy from separating and the shrimp from turning rubbery.
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Instructions
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Next: Heat 1 tablespoon of butter or olive…
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Heat 1 tablespoon of butter or olive…
Heat 1 tablespoon of butter or olive oil in a medium pot over medium heat. Add the diced onion and celery, sautéing for about 5 minutes until softened and fragrant.
Look for: softened and fragrant
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Cut the potatoes into a 1/2 inch…
Cut the potatoes into a 1/2 inch dice and add them to the pot along with the corn kernels, a generous pinch of salt, black pepper, and 1/2 teaspoon of smoked paprika from your pantry.
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Pour in 2 cups of vegetable or…
Pour in 2 cups of vegetable or seafood broth (or water) to cover the vegetables. Bring the liquid to a gentle simmer.
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Cook uncovered for 12 to 15 minutes
Cook uncovered for 12 to 15 minutes, or until the potatoes are easily pierced with a fork.
Look for: the potatoes are easily pierced with a fork
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Roughly chop the raw shrimp into bite-sized…
Roughly chop the raw shrimp into bite-sized pieces. Reduce the heat to low, then stir the shrimp and the heavy cream into the simmering chowder.
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Cook for an additional 3 to 4…
Cook for an additional 3 to 4 minutes just until the shrimp turn opaque and pink. Do not overcook, or the shrimp will become tough. Taste the broth, adjust the salt and pepper to your preference, and serve hot.
Look for: the shrimp turn opaque and pink
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