Cajun White Chicken Chili: A Warm & Hearty Meal for All
A comforting and flavorful dish perfect for chilly days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Cajun
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 onion, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning
- 1 can green chilies
- 2 cans white beans, drained and rinsed
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup corn kernels
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic, sautéing until soft.
- Add the chicken breasts and Cajun seasoning, cooking until the chicken is browned.
- Stir in the green chilies, white beans, chicken broth, corn, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat and let it simmer for 20 minutes.
- Remove the chicken, shred it, and return it to the pot.
- Stir in the heavy cream and cook for an additional 5 minutes.
- Serve hot, garnished as desired.
Notes
- Adjust the spice level by modifying the Cajun seasoning.
- Top with avocado or cilantro for extra flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg