Description
This Cajun White Chicken Chili is a comforting and spicy dish that combines juicy chicken thighs, smoky andouille sausage, white beans, and a flavorful broth with Cajun seasonings. Topped with a creamy finish of sour cream and Parmesan, fresh herbs, and a squeeze of lime, this chili is a perfect blend of bold flavors and creamy textures.
Ingredients
Scale
Proteins
- 1 pound chicken thighs (boneless, skinless), chopped up small
- 1 pound andouille sausage, cut into rounds
Vegetables
- 4 garlic cloves, chopped
- 1 jalapeño, diced with seeds removed
- 1 cup chopped bell pepper
- 1 cup celery, diced
- 1 cup yellow onion, diced
Broth and Beans
- 2 cans white beans (15 oz. each), rinsed and drained
- 4 cups broth made from chicken
- 1/2 cup of salsa verde
Seasonings
- 2 teaspoons Cajun spice mix, use half now and half later
- A bit of salt and pepper, fresh ground is nice
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
Creamy Base
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1 tablespoon butter (unsalted)
- 1/4 cup Parmesan, grated
Garnishes
- Lime squeezed over top
- Green onions, thinly sliced
- Chopped cilantro or parsley for color
Instructions
- Start by browning the Sausage and Chicken: Heat oil in a Dutch oven, brown sausage, then cook chicken with Cajun blend until done.
- Sauté Aromatics and Vegetables: Melt butter, cook onion, celery, bell pepper, jalapeño, garlic, Cajun spice, and cumin.
- Simmer Chili Base: Add broth, white beans, salsa verde, sausage, and chicken. Simmer for 15-20 minutes.
- Incorporate Creamy Elements: Turn off heat, stir in sour cream and Parmesan until creamy.
- Garnish and Serve: Spoon chili into bowls, top with green onions, herbs, and lime.
Notes
- Letting this sit in the fridge overnight enhances the flavors.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Soups & Stews
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Cajun American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: Approximately 380 kcal
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
Keywords: Cajun White Chicken Chili, Chicken Chili, White Chicken Chili, Cajun Chili, Spicy chili, Comfort food, Soup, Stew