Description
Spicy Cajun White Chicken Chili brings Louisiana’s bold spirit to your kitchen, melding creamy white beans with zesty chicken and classic Cajun spices. Hearty and comforting, you’ll savor each spoonful of this soul-warming southwestern-style stew.
Ingredients
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Proteins:
- 1 lb (454 grams) boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 lb (454 grams) andouille sausage, sliced
Vegetables:
- 1 cup diced onion
- 1 cup diced celery
- 1 cup diced bell pepper
- 1 jalapeno, seeded and diced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
Broth, Beans, and Seasonings:
- 4 cups (946 milliliters) chicken broth
- 2 cans (15 ounces or 425 grams each) white beans, drained and rinsed
- 1/2 cup salsa verde
- 2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Garnishes:
- Fresh lime juice
- Chopped fresh cilantro or parsley
- Sliced green onions
Instructions
- Prepare a large Dutch oven and heat oil over medium temperature. Sear andouille sausage until deep golden brown, approximately 5-7 minutes. Transfer cooked sausage to a separate plate.
- Season chicken with Cajun seasoning and cook in the same pot until completely browned and thoroughly cooked. Remove chicken and set aside with sausage.
- Melt butter and introduce onion, celery, bell pepper, and jalapeño. Sauté vegetables for 4-5 minutes until they become translucent and tender.
- Incorporate minced garlic, remaining Cajun seasoning, and cumin. Allow aromatics to develop for 1-2 minutes, stirring continuously to prevent burning.
- Pour chicken broth, white beans, and salsa verde into the pot. Mix ingredients thoroughly to combine flavors and create a uniform base.
- Reintroduce sausage and chicken to the liquid mixture. Reduce heat and simmer for 15-18 minutes, allowing ingredients to meld and develop rich flavors.
- Remove pot from heat source. Gently fold in sour cream and Parmesan cheese until the chili achieves a smooth, creamy consistency.
- Serve hot in individual bowls. Enhance with a fresh lime juice squeeze and garnish with chopped cilantro, parsley, and sliced green onions.
Notes
- Choose mild or spicy andouille sausage based on heat preference, or substitute with chorizo for a different flavor profile.
- Use rotisserie chicken or leftover grilled chicken to save cooking time and add smoky depth.
- Adjust Cajun seasoning quantity to manage heat level, perfect for those with sensitive palates or spice lovers.
- Replace sour cream and Parmesan with coconut cream and nutritional yeast for a creamy, lactose-free alternative.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 447 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 980 mg
- Fat: 27 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 0.3 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 6 g
- Protein: 37 g
- Cholesterol: 110 mg