Description
Cajun White Chicken Chili is a bold and creamy twist on classic white chili, featuring shredded chicken, white beans, and smoky Cajun spices for a hearty, comforting meal with a Southern kick.
Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked and shredded chicken breasts or thighs
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 (4 oz) can green chilies, diced
- 2 (15 oz) cans white beans (Great Northern or Cannellini), drained and rinsed
- 3 cups chicken broth
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon lime juice (optional)
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Sauté the diced onion until soft and translucent.
- Add minced garlic and Cajun seasoning; stir for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add shredded chicken, green chilies, white beans, cumin, oregano, salt, and pepper. Pour in the chicken broth.
- Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat and let it simmer for 20 minutes.
- Stir in the softened cream cheese until fully melted and smooth. Simmer for an additional 5 minutes to thicken.
- Finish with lime juice if desired, and top with fresh cilantro before serving.
Notes
- Adjust spice level by varying the amount of Cajun seasoning.
- Use low-fat or dairy-free cream cheese for a lighter or dairy-free version.
- Can be made in a slow cooker; add cream cheese in the last 30 minutes of cooking.
- Freezes well for up to 3 months; thaw and reheat gently.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1.5 cups
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
