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Slow Cooker Seafood Cioppino

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Slow cooker seafood cioppino is a fuss-free spin on a classic Italian-American stew. Combining an mixture of seafood with a rich, tomato-based broth, this easy seafood stew can be served year-round. Tailor this recipe to your liking by adding your preferred seafood.  Instructions to make this easy recipe in the Instant Pot are also included.

Ingredients

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  • 2 pounds fresh seafood (combination of your preferred fish and shellfish)
  • 1 tablespoon oil (for Instant Pot)
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley (optional)

Stew:

  • 28 ounces diced tomatoes
  • 6 ounces tomato paste
  • 1/2 cup onion, diced
  • 2 celery stalks, sliced
  • 1 bell pepper, diced
  • 2 cups low-sodium broth or stock (or 1 cup plus 1 cup water)
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 tablespoon Italian Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon salt (or more)
  • 1/2 teaspoon pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • 1 bay leaf

Instructions

Slow Cooker

  1. Add STEW ingredients to the slow cooker. Stir to mix well.
  2. Cook HIGH 2-3 hours or LOW 4-6.
  3. Rinse seafood. Add seafood to the slow cooker and cook and additional 15-30 minutes. Remove bay leaf before serving. Garnish with fresh parsley if using.

Instant Pot

  1. Turn on the Instant Pot and select sauté. Once hot add the oil, onion, celery, and bell pepper. Cook approximately 3-5 minutes or until vegetable are soft. Add garlic and cook an additional minute.
  2. Stir in remaining STEW ingredients.
  3. Close lid and seal valve. Set high pressure and cook for 20minutes. When cook time is done, quick release the pressure.
  4. Open the lid and stir the food. Turn on the Instant Pot to sauté. Once bubbling, stir in the rinsed seafood. Cook a few minutes until seafood is done.
  5. Remove bay leaf before serving. Garnish with fresh parsley if using.

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