Description
Cajun White Chicken Chili is a hearty and flavorful dish featuring chicken, andouille sausage, shrimp, and a blend of spices for a taste adventure.
Ingredients
Scale
- 450 grams boneless skinless chicken breast, cubed
- 455 grams andouille sausage, sliced
- 225 grams raw shrimp, peeled, deveined, tails removed
- 1 medium white onion, diced
- 4 medium celery ribs, sliced
- 1 medium green bell pepper, diced
- 1 medium jalapeño, minced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cans (425 grams each) great northern beans, drained
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 950 milliliters chicken broth
- 120 milliliters heavy cream
- 2 teaspoons ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add cubed chicken and sliced andouille sausage, cooking for 5 to 7 minutes while stirring, until chicken is browned and fully cooked through.
- Incorporate diced onion, sliced celery, diced bell pepper, and minced jalapeño into the pot. Sauté for 5 minutes, stirring regularly, until vegetables soften.
- Mix in minced garlic, ground cumin, smoked paprika, chili powder, cayenne pepper, and all-purpose flour. Stir constantly for 1 to 2 minutes to release the aromas.
- Gradually add chicken broth while stirring to deglaze the pot. Stir in drained great northern beans. Bring to a simmer and cook uncovered for 10 minutes, allowing flavors to meld.
- Add raw shrimp and pour in heavy cream. Continue simmering for 2 to 3 minutes, just until shrimp turn pink and are cooked through. Serve immediately while hot.
Notes
- Adjust the level of cayenne pepper to taste for spiciness.
- This chili can be topped with fresh cilantro or green onions.
- Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2 grams
- Sodium: 800 milligrams
- Fat: 24 grams
- Saturated Fat: 8 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 30 grams
- Fiber: 8 grams
- Protein: 30 grams
- Cholesterol: 150 milligrams