Creamy Cajun White Chicken Chili
Creamy Cajun White Chicken Chili is a comforting, flavor-packed dish perfect for chilly nights or gatherings. This delightful chili features tender chicken simmered in a rich, creamy broth infused with zesty Cajun spices. With every spoonful, you’ll experience a warm embrace of deliciousness that is sure to impress your family and friends. Quick and easy to prepare, this recipe will become a staple in your dinner rotation.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Cajun
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup bell peppers, diced (any color)
- 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning
- 1 can (13.5 oz) full-fat coconut milk
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, add a splash of oil and sauté the diced onion and bell peppers until softened (about 6 minutes).
- Season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and Cajun seasoning. Add to the pot and brown on both sides (about 4 minutes each side).
- Stir in minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
- Pour in chicken broth and coconut milk; bring to a simmer. Cover and let bubble gently for about 15 minutes or until chicken is cooked through.
- Remove chicken from the pot and shred it using two forks; return to the pot.
- Adjust seasonings as needed, adding more Cajun spice if desired. Serve hot with toppings like green onions or tortilla chips.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 90mg