Creamy Cajun White Chicken Chili for Cozy Family Nights

This Cajun White Chicken Chili combines traditional chili heartiness with vibrant flavors, creating a kid-friendly and crowd-pleasing meal in just 40 minutes.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 30

Total Time 40

Servings: 6 bowls

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: Cajun

Calories: 450

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Base

2 tablespoons Olive oil or vegetable oil/butter
1 medium Yellow Onion
2 stalks Celery optional
1 medium Red or Green Bell Pepper
3 cloves Garlic or garlic powder

For the Protein

1 pound Boneless Chicken Thighs/Breasts or turkey

For the Spice

2 tablespoons Off The Chain Seasoning/Cajun Seasoning
1 teaspoon Ground Cumin optional

For the Liquid Components

4 cups Chicken Broth or vegetable broth
1 can White Beans (Great Northern or Cannellini) or chickpeas
1 can Green Chiles or jalapeños
1 cup Sweet Corn or frozen corn

For the Creamy Finish

1 cup Heavy Cream or coconut milk
4 ounces Cream Cheese or Neufchâtel
1 cup Shredded Monterey Jack/Pepper Jack/Cheddar Cheese or any preferred cheese blend

For the Zest

1 medium Lime or lemon juice
to taste Salt
to taste Black Pepper

Optional Garnishes

as desired Sliced jalapeños
as desired Tortilla chips
as desired Avocado
as desired Shredded cheese
as desired Chopped cilantro

Equipment

large pot or Dutch oven

Method

Cooking Steps

Step 1: Season the chicken with Cajun seasoning and let sit for 10 minutes.
Step 2: Heat olive oil in a pot and sear chicken for 3-4 minutes on each side.
Step 3: Sauté onion, bell pepper, and celery for 4-5 minutes; add garlic and cook 30 more seconds.
Step 4: Add spices and toast for 1 minute.
Step 5: Pour in chicken broth, white beans, green chiles, and corn; simmer for 20 minutes.
Step 6: Shred the chicken and return it to the pot.
Step 7: Stir in cream, cream cheese, cheese, and lime juice; simmer for 5-7 minutes.
Step 8: Taste and adjust seasoning before serving.
Step 9: Serve in bowls with optional garnishes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 6gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 40mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 3mg

Notes

This chili can be made ahead of time and freezes well for convenient meals.

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