Cajun White Chicken Chili
A flavorful and creamy white chicken chili with Cajun spices, white beans, and fresh cilantro.
Equipment
- large pot
- Knife
- Cutting board
Ingredients
- 2 large chicken breasts (or thighs)
- 2 cups white beans (cannellini or great northern)
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 jalapeño, sliced
- 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
- 4 ounces cream cheese
- 0.5 cup heavy cream
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 0.25 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Add chopped onion, garlic, red bell pepper, and jalapeño. Sauté until softened.
- Add chicken breasts, Cajun seasoning, salt, and pepper. Cook until chicken is no longer pink.
- Stir in white beans and chicken broth. Bring to a simmer.
- Add cream cheese and heavy cream. Stir until fully incorporated.
- Simmer for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Add lime juice and chopped cilantro before serving.
Notes
Serve hot with additional cilantro or lime wedges if desired.