Description
Cajun White Chicken Chili is a vibrant and flavorful dish that brings a delightful twist to traditional chili. This creamy, spicy white chicken chili combines tender chicken with a medley of vegetables and bold Cajun spices, creating an unforgettable meal that’s perfect for gatherings or cozy family dinners. Ready in just 40 minutes, it’s not only quick to prepare but also serves up to eight people, making it ideal for meal prep or parties. Customize the spice level to suit your taste, and enjoy a comforting bowl of this hearty dish any night of the week!
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 jalapeno (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
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 until softened.
- Add minced garlic and spices (cumin, smoked paprika, chili powder, cayenne) along with flour; cook for 1–2 minutes.
- Gradually stir in chicken broth and drained beans; simmer for 10 minutes.
- Mix in heavy cream and cook for an additional 2–3 minutes until heated through.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 70mg