Description
Warm up with a bowl of Creamy Cajun White Chicken Chili, a hearty and flavorful twist on traditional chili. This creamy dish is packed with tender chicken, white beans, and bold Cajun spices, creating a comforting meal perfect for chilly days.
Ingredients
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For the Chili:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts (cubed)
- 1 small onion (diced)
- 1 green bell pepper (chopped)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
- 2 cans (15 oz each) white beans (drained and rinsed)
- 1 can (4 oz) diced green chiles
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1/2 cup frozen corn
- 4 oz cream cheese (cubed and softened)
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- salt and black pepper to taste
For Serving:
- Chopped fresh cilantro
- Lime wedges
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken: Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add cubed chicken and cook until browned and cooked through. Remove chicken and set aside.
- Sauté Vegetables: In the same pot, sauté onion and green bell pepper until soft. Add garlic, Cajun seasoning, cumin, paprika, and cayenne, stirring until fragrant.
- Cook the Chili: Return the chicken to the pot, then add white beans, green chiles, chicken broth, and corn. Simmer for 10–15 minutes. Reduce heat and stir in cream cheese until melted. Add sour cream and season with salt and pepper.
- Serve: Let the chili warm through for another 5 minutes. Serve hot, garnished with cilantro and lime wedges.
Notes
- Adjust the level of Cajun spice or cayenne to control the heat.
- This chili thickens as it sits, so add a splash of broth if reheating.
- Great topped with shredded cheese or crushed tortilla chips.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 390
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 29g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
