Description
A warm and heartening Cajun white chicken chili, perfect for cool evenings and gathering with family and friends.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 2 cans (15 oz each) white beans (cannellini or great northern), drained and rinsed
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 4 oz cream cheese
- 1 onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 bell pepper, chopped (red or green)
- 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
- Fresh parsley or cilantro, for garnish
- Juice of 1 lime
- Olive oil for sautéing
Instructions
- Gather your ingredients and ensure everything is prepped and within reach.
- In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat a drizzle of olive oil over medium heat. Add the onions and cook until translucent, then stir in the garlic and bell pepper for about 2 minutes until fragrant.
- Add the chicken pieces to the pot, seasoning them with Cajun spice. Cook until they are no longer pink.
- Stir in the white beans, chicken broth, and cream cheese. Allow them to blend well, simmering for about 20 minutes.
- Just before serving, sprinkle with fresh herbs and a squeeze of lime juice.
- Ladle the chili into bowls, topping with shredded cheese, crushed tortilla chips, or green onions if desired.
Notes
Feel free to substitute chicken with turkey or make it vegetarian with mushrooms or tofu. Adjust the cayenne pepper to your spice preference.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 30
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
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