Description
Cajun White Chicken Chili is a comforting, creamy dish brimming with tender chicken, zesty spices, and hearty beans. Perfect for chilly evenings or family gatherings, this delightful chili combines rich flavors that will surprise your taste buds. Top it with fresh green onions for an added burst of color and flavor. Experience warmth and satisfaction in every spoonful!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (1.5 lbs)
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes with juice
- 1 can (15 oz) canned white beans (great northern or cannellini), drained
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 bell pepper, chopped (any color)
- 2 green onions, sliced (for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by chopping the onions, garlic, and bell peppers.
- In a large pot over medium heat, add olive oil and sauté chopped onions and bell peppers until softened (about 5 minutes).
- Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant (around 1 minute).
- Introduce chicken breasts into the pot; cook until no longer pink (approximately 6-8 minutes).
- Stir in diced tomatoes with their juices, drained beans, chicken broth, and Cajun seasoning; mix well.
- Bring to a gentle boil then reduce heat to low; simmer uncovered for about 30 minutes.
- Stir in heavy cream until fully incorporated; heat through for a few more minutes.
- Serve hot topped with sliced green onions or preferred garnishes.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 730mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 90mg