Description
Creamy Cajun chicken soup is a soul-warming dish that combines tender chicken, vibrant vegetables, and a rich, velvety broth infused with bold Cajun spices. Perfect for chilly evenings, this easy-to-make recipe will become a family favorite, offering both comfort and flavor in every bite. Whether enjoyed alone or with crusty bread, this delightful soup is sure to impress at any gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning
- 1 large sweet onion, chopped
- 1 cup bell peppers (mixed colors), diced
- 2 celery stalks, chopped
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 green onions, sliced (for garnish)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Sauté onions, celery, and bell peppers until softened.
- Push the vegetables aside and add the chicken breasts. Sprinkle with Cajun seasoning, cooking until golden brown on both sides.
- Pour in the chicken broth to cover the chicken. Bring to a gentle boil; then reduce heat and simmer for about 20 minutes.
- Stir in heavy cream gradually until well mixed.
- Shred the chicken using two forks and return it to the pot. Garnish with green onions before serving hot.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 425
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 960mg
- Fat: 27g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 130mg