Description
Cajun White Chicken Chili is a hearty and flavorful twist on traditional chili, perfect for cozy dinners or gatherings. This dish combines tender chicken with bold Cajun spices and fresh ingredients, creating a delicious meal that warms the soul. In just 40 minutes, you can whip up this satisfying one-pot wonder that is not only easy to make but also customizable to your taste preferences. Whether you prefer it spicier or milder, this chili is sure to become a family favorite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breast (cubed)
- 1 medium white onion (diced)
- 4 medium celery ribs (sliced)
- 1 medium green bell pepper (diced)
- 1 medium jalapeño (minced)
- 4 cloves minced garlic
- 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 (15 ounce cans) great northern beans (drained)
- 1/2 cup heavy cream (or plant-based alternative)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add cubed chicken and cook until browned, about 5–7 minutes.
- Stir in diced onion, celery, bell pepper, and jalapeño; sauté for 5 minutes.
- Add minced garlic and spices (cumin, smoked paprika, chili powder, cayenne) along with flour. Cook for 2 minutes while stirring.
- Gradually add chicken broth and drained beans; bring to a simmer and cook on low for 10 minutes.
- If using shrimp, stir in raw shrimp and heavy cream; cook for an additional 2–3 minutes until shrimp are pink.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 346
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 726mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 9g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: Feel free to customize by adding your favorite vegetables or adjusting the spice levels according to your preference. For a vegetarian version, substitute chicken with plant-based alternatives and use vegetable broth.