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Cajun White Chicken Chili

Savory Cajun White Chicken Chili Recipe with Shrimp and Sausage

This Cajun White Chicken Chili is a flavorful dish packed with chicken, sausage, and shrimp, delivering warmth and comfort in every bite.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 8 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Cajun
Calories: 391

Ingredients
  

Base ingredients
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breast, cubed
  • 16 ounces andouille sausage, sliced
  • 1 medium white onion, diced
  • 4 medium celery ribs, sliced
  • 1 medium green bell pepper, diced
  • 1 medium jalapeno, minced
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 teaspoons ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 2 cans great northern beans, drained
  • 1/2 pound raw shrimp, peeled, deveined, tails removed
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream

Equipment

  • Large pot

Method
 

Cooking Process
  1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add chicken and sausage. Cook, stirring occasionally, until browned and cooked through, about 5–7 minutes.
  2. Add onion, celery, bell pepper, and jalapeno to the pot. Cook for about 5 minutes, stirring frequently until softened.
  3. Stir in minced garlic, cumin, smoked paprika, chili powder, cayenne pepper, and flour. Cook for 1 to 2 minutes, stirring constantly.
  4. Gradually pour in chicken broth while stirring. Add great northern beans. Bring to a simmer, then reduce heat and cook for 10 minutes.
  5. Stir in shrimp and heavy cream. Cook for an additional 2–3 minutes, or until shrimp turn pink and are fully cooked. Serve hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 391kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 24gFat: 29g

Notes

Feel free to customize this chili by swapping beans or proteins to suit your taste. Garnishing with fresh cilantro or cheese adds a nice touch.

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