Description
A rich and flavorful soup with tender chicken and bold Cajun spices.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 onion, diced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 2 celery stalks, chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Add chicken and cook until browned, about 5 minutes per side. Remove and set aside.
- Add onion, bell pepper, and celery to the pot. Sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in garlic and Cajun seasoning. Cook for 1 minute.
- Pour in chicken broth, diced tomatoes, and smoked paprika. Bring to a boil.
- Shred the cooked chicken and return it to the pot. Simmer for 15 minutes.
- Stir in heavy cream and let simmer for another 5 minutes.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- Adjust Cajun seasoning for more or less spice.
- Use rotisserie chicken for a quicker version.
- Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: Creamy Cajun Chicken Soup, spicy chicken soup, Cajun recipes