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Cajun White Chicken Chili

Creamy Cajun White Chicken Chili for Hearty Comfort Nights

This Cajun White Chicken Chili is a creamy, hearty dish that offers bold flavors and comfort, perfect for chilly nights.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 6 bowls
Course: Soups
Cuisine: Cajun
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 1 tablespoon Oil for cooking the sausage
  • 12 ounces Smoked Poultry Sausage andouille sausage is a good alternative
  • 1 pound Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts/Thighs thighs keep it juicy
  • 2 tablespoons Cajun Seasoning homemade or store-bought
  • 2 tablespoons Butter or ghee for dairy-free
  • 1 medium Onion yellow onions work best
  • 2 stalks Celery
  • 1 medium Bell Pepper any color
  • 1 medium Jalapeño adjust for spice level
  • 3 cloves Garlic fresh is best
For the Soup
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cumin
  • 4 cups Chicken Broth low-sodium preferred
  • 15 ounces White Beans cannellini beans are ideal
  • 1 cup Salsa Verde or green enchilada sauce as substitute
For Creaminess
  • 1 cup Sour Cream Greek yogurt is a healthy swap
  • 1/2 cup Grated Parmesan or nutritional yeast for vegan
For Freshness
  • 1 tablespoon Lime Juice (optional) or lemon juice
  • 1/4 cup Chopped Cilantro or Parsley (optional)
  • 2 stalks Green Onions (optional)
  • Salt to taste
  • Pepper to taste

Equipment

  • large pot or Dutch oven

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large pot, heat a tablespoon of oil over medium heat. Add the smoked poultry sausage and cook until golden brown, about 5–7 minutes. Remove from pot and set aside.
  2. Season the chicken with Cajun seasoning. In the same pot, add the chicken and sear for 5–7 minutes until lightly browned. Transfer to a plate.
  3. Melt 2 tablespoons of butter in the same pot. Add onion, celery, bell pepper, and jalapeño, sauté for 7–10 minutes until tender.
  4. Stir in minced garlic, ground cumin, and additional Cajun seasoning. Cook for about 1 minute until aromatic.
  5. Pour in the chicken broth, followed by white beans and salsa verde. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer uncovered for 15 minutes.
  6. Remove chicken from pot and shred. Return shredded chicken to pot and stir well.
  7. Stir in sour cream and grated Parmesan until melted and combined.
  8. Add lime juice and fold in chopped cilantro or green onions if desired. Adjust with salt and pepper to taste.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 8gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 3mg

Notes

This recipe is customizable; feel free to add more vegetables or adjust spices to your liking.

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