Description
Warm up with this comforting Cajun White Chicken Chili, featuring tender chicken, smoky sausage, and a creamy base. Perfect for chilly nights, this dish is a delightful blend of flavors that will leave you craving more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breast (cubed)
- 16 ounces andouille sausage (sliced)
- 1 medium white onion (diced)
- 4 medium celery ribs (sliced)
- 1 medium green bell pepper (diced)
- 1 medium jalapeno (minced)
- 4 cloves minced garlic
- 2 teaspoons ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 2 (15 ounce cans) great northern beans (drained)
- 1/2 pound raw shrimp (peeled, deveined, tails removed)
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat 3 tablespoons of olive oil over medium-high heat. Wait until the oil shimmers, indicating it’s hot enough before adding the chicken and sausage.
- Add 1 pound of cubed boneless skinless chicken breast and 16 ounces of sliced andouille sausage. Cook for 5–7 minutes, stirring occasionally until the chicken is browned and cooked through.
- Next, add 1 medium diced white onion, 4 sliced celery ribs, 1 diced green bell pepper, and 1 minced jalapeno. Cook for about 5 minutes, stirring frequently, until the vegetables are softened.
- Stir in 4 cloves of minced garlic, 2 teaspoons of ground cumin, 1 teaspoon of smoked paprika, 1 teaspoon of chili powder, 1 teaspoon of cayenne pepper, and 3 tablespoons of all-purpose flour. Cook for 1 to 2 minutes, stirring constantly, until fragrant.
- Gradually pour in 4 cups of chicken broth while continuously stirring to combine. Then, add 2 cans of drained great northern beans. Bring the mixture to a simmer, then reduce the heat and let it cook for 10 minutes.
- Finally, stir in 1/2 pound of raw shrimp and 1/2 cup heavy cream. Cook for an additional 2–3 minutes, or until the shrimp turns pink and is fully cooked.
- Serve hot, garnished with your favorite toppings like chopped green onions or shredded cheese.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 30 mins
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 900 mg
- Fat: 25 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 8 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 150 mg
Keywords: Be mindful of your spice level! If you’re sensitive to heat, start with half the cayenne and taste before adding more. For a creamier consistency, add more heavy cream or even a splash of sour cream at the end.