Description
Cajun White Chicken Chili is a mouthwatering twist on a classic comfort dish. This quick and easy recipe combines tender chunks of chicken, spicy andouille sausage, and juicy shrimp with a medley of vegetables and bold Cajun spices. Ready in just 40 minutes, this chili is perfect for cozy weeknight dinners or festive gatherings. Its rich flavors are sure to impress everyone at your table, and it can easily be customized to suit your taste preferences. Whether served with a dollop of sour cream or a squeeze of fresh lime, this hearty dish will warm you up from the inside out.
Ingredients
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- 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 jalapeño (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
- Prepare ingredients by chopping vegetables and cubing the chicken.
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat; cook cubed chicken and sliced sausage until browned (5–7 minutes).
- Add diced onion, celery, bell pepper, and jalapeño; sauté for 5 minutes until softened.
- Stir in minced garlic and spices; cook for 1–2 minutes.
- Gradually add chicken broth and drained beans; bring to a simmer and cook for 10 minutes.
- Finally, stir in shrimp and heavy cream; cook for an additional 2–3 minutes until shrimp are pink.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 930mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 135mg