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Bowl of Cajun White Chicken Chili garnished with herbs and served hot.

Cajun White Chicken Chili

A hearty one-pot meal combining spicy and smoky andouille sausage, tender chicken, and creamy white beans, perfect for a cozy dinner or game-day spread.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Cajun
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Main ingredients
  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breast Rotisserie chicken can be used for quicker prep.
  • 1/2 pound andouille sausage, sliced Use smoked turkey or chicken sausage for a lighter option.
  • 1/2 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined To avoid rubbery texture, consider adding fresh shrimp when reheating.
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 cans white beans, drained and rinsed Can be substituted with cooked navy or cannellini beans.
  • 4 cups chicken broth Low-sodium broth recommended.
  • 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning Adjust to taste for spice level.
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • to taste Salt and pepper
  • 1 cup corn (optional) Skip for a lower-carb option.
  • as desired Chopped green onions or cilantro for garnish

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Heat 1 to 2 tablespoons of oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic. Sauté until the onion is translucent, about 4 to 5 minutes.
  2. Add the sliced andouille to the pot and brown the sausage for 3 to 4 minutes.
  3. Nestle the chicken breasts into the pot and sprinkle the Cajun seasoning, cumin, salt, and pepper over them. Stir briefly to coat the meat and sausage.
  4. Pour in the chicken broth and bring the mixture to a boil. Reduce the heat to a simmer.
  5. Add the drained white beans and corn if using. Simmer uncovered for about 20 minutes.
  6. Transfer the chicken to a cutting board, shred it with two forks, and return the shredded chicken to the pot.
  7. Add the shrimp and simmer for 4 to 6 minutes, or until the shrimp turn pink and opaque. Adjust seasoning as needed.

Nutrition

Serving: 1Calories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 38gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 800mgFiber: 8gSugar: 3g

Notes

Serve with warm corn tortillas or crusty bread. Top with lime, Greek yogurt or sour cream, and sliced avocado. Can be made in a slow cooker after browning sausage and aromatics.

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