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Cajun White Chicken Chili

Comforting Cajun White Chicken Chili for Cozy Nights

A hearty and creamy Cajun White Chicken Chili that warms you up and satisfies your cravings on cool nights.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 6 bowls
Course: Soups
Cuisine: Cajun
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chili Base
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Can substitute with avocado oil.
  • 1 medium Onion Chopped.
  • 1 cup Bell Peppers (Red & Green) Diced; use any color available.
  • 3 cloves Garlic Minced.
  • 1 pound Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breasts Cut into bite-sized pieces.
  • 2 tablespoons Cajun Seasoning Adjust based on spice preference.
  • 1 teaspoon Cumin
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika
  • 1/4 teaspoon Cayenne Pepper Optional, use according to heat tolerance.
  • 4 cups Chicken Broth Can substitute with vegetable broth.
For Added Texture
  • 1 can Great Northern Beans Drained and rinsed.
  • 1 can Diced Green Chiles
  • 1 cup Frozen Corn
For Creaminess
  • 1/2 cup Heavy Cream or Sour Cream Can substitute with Greek yogurt.
For Garnishing
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Cilantro Chopped.
  • 1 cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese
  • 1/2 cup Sour Cream or Greek Yogurt For topping.
  • 4 wedges Lime For serving.

Equipment

  • large pot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add chopped onion and diced bell peppers, sautéing for about 5-7 minutes until softened.
  2. Stir in minced garlic, cooking for an additional minute until golden.
  3. Add bite-sized pieces of chicken, sprinkle with Cajun seasoning, cumin, smoked paprika, and optional cayenne pepper. Cook for 5-7 minutes until chicken is browned.
  4. Pour in 4 cups of chicken broth, scraping up any browned bits from the pot. Add Great Northern beans and diced green chiles, stirring well.
  5. Bring to a gentle simmer, then reduce to low heat. Cover and simmer for 30 minutes to 1 hour.
  6. Stir in 1 cup of frozen corn and cook for an additional 5 minutes.
  7. Optional: Stir in heavy cream or sour cream to taste and warm gently without boiling.
  8. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper, then serve garnished with cilantro, shredded cheese, and sour cream or Greek yogurt.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 8gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 700IUVitamin C: 40mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Store in the fridge for up to 3 days, or freeze for up to 3 months. Stir gently when reheating if cream is added.

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