Catfish Chowder - Eat Midwest Fish

Ingredients

• 2 lbs catfish fillets (fresh or frozen)
• 2 tsp cajun seasoning
• 1 Tbsp olive oil
• 1 Tbsp butter
• 2/3 cup sliced leeks (2 medium)
• 1/2 cup chopped celery (1 stalk)
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 32oz carton reduced-sodium chicken broth
• 1 14.5 oz can diced fire-roasted tomatoes, undrained
• 1–2 tsp bottled hot pepper sauce (optional)
• Salt to taste
• Ground black pepper to taste
• 1 cup cooked long grain rice
• 1/4 cup whipping cream, half and half, or light cream
• Chopped green onions to taste