Instant Pot Seafood Chowder
This hearty Instant Pot seafood chowder is full of veggies and flavor, and it's simple to make. 
bacon, cut into 1-inch pieces
4
slices
garlic, minced
5
cloves
onion, diced
1
medium
celery, thinly sliced
3
stalks
carrot, diced
1
medium
russet potatoes, peeled and cubed
4
medium
whole kernel corn
1
(14 ounce) can
vegetable broth
2
cups
haddock fillets
6
(4 ounce)
uncooked medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
1
cup
sea scallops
1
cup
chopped fresh thyme
1
tablespoon
red pepper flakes, or to taste
1
pinch
ground black pepper to taste
cornstarch
2
tablespoons
water
2
tablespoons
milk
1
cup
 Turn on a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as Instant Pot) and select the Sauté function. Add bacon and brown for 5 to 7 minutes. Add garlic and sauté for 30 seconds. Add onion, then stir in celery and carrot. Cook for 1 to 2 minutes, stirring occasionally. Turn off.
  Layer potatoes on top of vegetable mixture, then corn. Pour in vegetable broth. Place haddock on top, followed by shrimp and scallops. Close and lock the lid. Select high pressure according to the manufacturer's instructions; set the timer for 5 minutes. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for pressure to build.
  Release pressure using the natural-release method according to manufacturer's instructions, for 10 minutes. Release remaining pressure carefully using the quick-release method, about 5 minutes. Unlock and remove the lid.
  Select the Sauté function and stir to break up the fish. Add thyme, red pepper flakes, and ground pepper. Mix cornstarch and water together in a measuring cup; stir into chowder and cook until thickened. Stir in milk and serve.
