21 Southern Stews and Chowders That Stick With You

Southern stews and chowders are hearty, flavorful, and designed to keep you satisfied long after the meal is done. Packed with meats, seafood, and plenty of vegetables, these recipes are slow-simmered traditions that deliver comfort in every bite.

Fisherman’s Stew

Fisherman's Stew
Fisherman’s Stew. Photo credit: Girl Carnivore.

This soul-warming fisherman’s stew combines smoky sausage with flaky cod and juicy shrimp in one simple pot. It’s surprisingly quick to prepare but tastes like you spent hours in the kitchen—perfect for impressing guests or treating yourself on chilly evenings.
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Venison Stew

Venison Stew
Venison Stew. Photo credit: Or Whatever You Do.

This hearty stew transforms wild venison into fork-tender morsels, simmered slowly with garden-fresh vegetables in a rich red wine broth. Perfect for warming up chilly evenings with its robust flavors and comforting aroma.
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Mexican Beef Stew

Mexican Beef Stew
Mexican Beef Stew. Photo credit: Or Whatever You Do.

This hearty Mexican Beef Stew transforms ordinary comfort food with bold spices and tender chunks of beef that melt in your mouth. The rich broth infuses vegetables with smoky warmth, creating the perfect cozy meal for any night of the week.
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Oyster Stew

Oyster Stew
Oyster Stew. Photo credit: The Kitchen Magpie.

Dive into the luxurious world of oysters beyond appetizers! These oceanic gems transform into a rich, tangy stew when simmered with fresh vegetables and velvety cream. A comforting, sophisticated dish that’s surprisingly simple to prepare and guaranteed to impress.
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Mulligan Stew

Mulligan Stew
Mulligan Stew. Photo credit: The Kitchen Magpie.

Turn your fridge finds into a delicious meal with this robust Mulligan stew! Packed with tender beef and customizable vegetables, this hearty one-pot wonder comes together quickly for a satisfying family dinner that everyone will love.
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Brunswick Stew

Brunswick Stew
Brunswick Stew. Photo credit: The Kitchen Magpie.

Transform leftover pulled pork and chicken into this hearty Brunswick stew. Add a rotisserie chicken for incredible depth of flavor. A comforting one-pot meal that’s perfect for cool evenings when you crave something homey and satisfying.
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One Pot Chicken Stew

One Pot Chicken Stew
One Pot Chicken Stew. Photo credit: xoxoBella.

Savor the comfort of this hearty chicken stew, where tender meat swims in a velvety, rich sauce. Each spoonful delivers pure satisfaction, making it the perfect dinner choice for those cool evenings when only something warming and substantial will do.
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Easy Chicken Gumbo

Easy Chicken Gumbo
Easy Chicken Gumbo. Photo credit: CopyKat Recipes.

Experience authentic Louisiana flavor in under an hour with this quick chicken gumbo. Packed with okra and the Holy Trinity, this simplified recipe delivers all the soul-warming richness of a traditional gumbo without the long simmer time.
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Cajun Chicken and Sausage Gumbo (Under an Hour)

Cajun Chicken and Sausage Gumbo (Under an Hour)
Cajun Chicken and Sausage Gumbo (Under an Hour). Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

This soul-warming Cajun classic combines tender chicken and savory sausage in a deep, flavorful broth. Built on a perfectly-darkened roux and simmered with authentic spices, each spoonful delivers pure Southern comfort. Ladle over rice for a memorable meal.
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Seafood Gumbo Recipe

Seafood Gumbo Recipe
Seafood Gumbo Recipe. Photo credit: Or Whatever You Do.

Dive into the soulful depths of Southern cuisine with our seafood gumbo. Each spoonful delivers a perfect harmony of succulent seafood and aromatic spices, simmered to perfection in a rich, velvety broth that will transport you straight to New Orleans.
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Gumbo

Gumbo
Gumbo. Photo credit: Life Currents.

Dive into a soul-warming bowl of authentic New Orleans gumbo. This rich, flavorful stew combines tender seafood, smoky sausage and farm-fresh vegetables in a perfectly spiced roux. One taste transports you straight to Bourbon Street – no passport required!
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Chicken and Sausage Gumbo

Chicken and Sausage Gumbo
Chicken and Sausage Gumbo. Photo credit: xoxoBella.

This hearty chicken and sausage gumbo simmers slowly, developing rich, complex flavors that will transport you straight to New Orleans. The perfect comfort food for any day, this authentic recipe is worth every minute it takes to create.
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Easy Homemade Clam Chowder with Bacon

Easy Homemade Clam Chowder with Bacon
Easy Homemade Clam Chowder with Bacon. Photo credit: CopyKat Recipes.

Savor the rich flavors of homemade New England clam chowder in just 30 minutes. This creamy classic combines smoky bacon, tender potatoes, and authentic clam juice for a restaurant-quality soup without the wait. Skip the reservation—your best bowl of chowder awaits in your own kitchen.
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Creamy Potato Corn Chowder

Creamy Potato Corn Chowder
Creamy Potato Corn Chowder. Photo credit: CopyKat Recipes.

This creamy corn chowder, packed with tender potatoes, warms you from the inside out. Each spoonful delivers sweet corn flavor in a velvety base that’s pure comfort. Perfect for those chilly evenings when only something hearty and homemade will do!
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Corn Chowder

Corn Chowder
Corn Chowder. Photo credit: The Kitchen Magpie.

This hearty corn chowder combines sweet corn kernels with savory bacon, tender potatoes, and fresh vegetables. Each spoonful delivers incredible flavor and texture that will warm you from the inside out. Perfect comfort food for any season!
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Potato Corn Chowder – Easy Dinner Recipe

Potato Corn Chowder - Easy Dinner Recipe
Potato Corn Chowder – Easy Dinner Recipe. Photo credit: Walking On Sunshine Recipes.

This hearty potato and corn chowder is irresistibly creamy and flavorful. Your family will request it repeatedly, regardless of season. Packed with comforting ingredients, it’s the perfect bowl of warmth that somehow manages to satisfy cravings even on summer evenings.
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Seafood Chowder

Seafood Chowder
Seafood Chowder. Photo credit: The Kitchen Magpie.

Dive into a bowl of pure comfort with our decadent seafood chowder. Each spoonful delivers sweet, tender seafood swimming in a rich, velvety broth made from scratch. It’s hearty enough for dinner yet elegant enough for special occasions.
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Corn & Potato Chowder with Wild Rice

Corn & Potato Chowder with Wild Rice
Corn & Potato Chowder with Wild Rice. Photo credit: Or Whatever You Do.

This soul-warming chowder blends sweet corn, tender potatoes and nutty wild rice into a creamy, satisfying bowl of comfort. Perfect for chilly evenings when you need something hearty yet meat-free that will fill your home with inviting aromas.
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Easy Crab Bisque

Easy Crab Bisque
Easy Crab Bisque. Photo credit: CopyKat Recipes.

Indulge in luxurious crab bisque without leaving your kitchen. Our recipe transforms sweet lump crabmeat into a velvety, restaurant-worthy soup using a rich homemade stock. Simple techniques yield impressive results that will have dinner guests begging for your culinary secret.
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Ultimate Seafood Bisque

Ultimate Seafood Bisque
Ultimate Seafood Bisque. Photo credit: CopyKat Recipes.

Indulge in a restaurant-worthy seafood bisque that brings the ocean to your table. This luxurious soup marries tender lobster, shrimp, mussels, and scallops in a velvety cream base. Impressive enough for guests yet simple enough to enjoy any night of the week.
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Slow Cooker Key West Crab and Lobster Bisque

Slow Cooker Key West Crab and Lobster Bisque
Slow Cooker Key West Crab and Lobster Bisque. Photo credit: xoxoBella.

Indulge in this effortless slow cooker seafood delight. Rich, creamy Key West crab and lobster bisque simmers in your crockpot, developing deep flavors while you relax. Perfect for seafood lovers who crave gourmet taste without the fuss.
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