Description
This Cajun White Chicken Chili is the perfect mix of comfort and spice! Loaded with tender chicken, white beans, and Cajun seasoning, it’s a hearty, flavorful dish to warm your soul. Garnish with green onions for a fresh kick. A must-try for chili lovers!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb chicken breast, cooked and shredded
- 1 can (15 oz) white beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can (10 oz) diced tomatoes with green chilies
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 medium bell pepper, chopped
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 tbsp Cajun seasoning
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Olive oil, for cooking
- Chopped green onions, for garnish
Instructions
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Sauté Vegetables:
- Heat a splash of olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Add the chopped onion, bell pepper, and minced garlic. Sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.
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Combine Ingredients:
- Pour in the chicken broth, then add the diced tomatoes, white beans, and shredded chicken. Stir well to combine.
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Season:
- Sprinkle in the Cajun seasoning. Stir to distribute the spices evenly.
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Simmer:
- Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Let it simmer for 20–30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
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Taste & Serve:
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve hot, garnished with freshly chopped green onions for added flavor.
Notes
- For a creamier chili, stir in 1/2 cup of heavy cream or Greek yogurt at the end.
- Adjust the Cajun seasoning to suit your spice tolerance.
- This dish pairs beautifully with cornbread or tortilla chips for dipping.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 300 kcal
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 60mg