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Cajun White Chicken Chili

Soul-Warming Cajun White Chicken Chili for Cozy Nights

This Cajun White Chicken Chili is a soul-warming dish loaded with flavor, perfect for cozy nights.
Prep Time 40 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Soups
Cuisine: Cajun
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

Chili Base
  • 1 pound chicken breast cubed
  • 8 ounces andouille sausage sliced
  • 1 pound raw shrimp peeled and deveined
  • 1 large onion diced
  • 2 stalks celery chopped
  • 1 large green bell pepper diced
  • 1 medium jalapeño diced, optional for heat
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
Creamy Texture
  • 1 can great northern beans drained
  • ½ cup heavy cream
Flavorful Broth
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil for sautéing
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
Spice Blend
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 tablespoon chili powder adjust to taste
  • ½ teaspoon cayenne to taste

Equipment

  • large pot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add the cubed chicken breast and sliced andouille sausage, cooking for 5-7 minutes or until they are nicely browned and the chicken is cooked through.
  2. Incorporate the diced onion, chopped celery, and green bell pepper into the pot and sauté for about 5 minutes.
  3. Add the minced garlic, ground cumin, smoked paprika, chili powder, and cayenne to the pot, stirring to combine. Cook for 1-2 minutes then sprinkle in 2 tablespoons of all-purpose flour.
  4. Gradually pour in 4 cups of chicken broth while scraping the bottom of the pot. Stir in the drained great northern beans and let it cook uncovered for about 10 minutes.
  5. Gently fold in the raw shrimp and ½ cup of heavy cream and simmer for an additional 2-3 minutes.
  6. Ladle the chili into bowls and serve hot. Add garnishes like sour cream, shredded cheese, or fresh cilantro if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 8gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 40mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 3mg

Notes

This chili is perfect for meal prep and tastes even better the next day. Serve with cornbread or tortilla chips.

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