Cajun White Hen Chili

White hen chili is already wonderful, however our Cajun twist on this traditional with andouille sausage, shrimp, and Cajun spices will knock your socks off! This recipe begins with hen and andouille sausage, and then you definitely’ll add within the Cajun vegetable trinity, a vital for any Cajun recipe. Ending up with Cajun spices and shrimp, this twist on a traditional will likely be a superbly flavorful and filling chili that’s worthy of any award at your subsequent native chili cook-off!

On the lookout for extra chili recipes? Strive our Instant Pot Chili and our Slow Cooker Texas Beef Chili. Or attempt your hand at an Authentic Cajun Gumbo.

The key to this chili is all about layering in flavors. The Cajun trinity of onions, bell pepper, and celery offers the inspiration of taste. From there, traditional Cajun spices like smoked paprika, cayenne, and cumin carry the proper quantity of warmth. We love soups and chilis not solely as a result of they’re so heat and comforting, but additionally as a result of they’re fairly simple to make! This chili isn’t any exception and comes collectively in only a few easy steps.

Ingredient Notes

• Olive Oil: You’ll be able to substitute with any impartial cooking oil like vegetable or canola oil.
• Boneless Skinless Hen Breasts: Minimize them into bite-sized cubes for simple consuming. You can too use hen thighs in case you want the juicier darkish meat.
• Andouille Sausage: When you can’t discover andouille, kielbasa or one other smoked sausage works may even work.
• Onion/Celery/Bell Pepper: Often known as the Cajun trinity. Use white or yellow onion, and any coloration of bell pepper, although inexperienced is the go-to. Cube and slice!
• Jalapeño: For extra spice, depart the seeds and ribs in, or swap for a spicier chili pepper like serrano.
• Garlic: Freshly minced garlic is most popular for the perfect taste.
• Spices: Layers of extra Cajun taste. Alter the quantity of cayenne pepper primarily based in your tolerance for warmth. It already has jalapeno, so cayenne provides extra warmth.
• All-Goal Flour: This helps thicken the chili. You can too use cornstarch in one-third the quantity, so 1 tablespoon for this recipe.
• Hen Broth: Use low-sodium broth so you may management the saltiness.
• Nice Northern Beans: Any white bean will achieve this you can too use white navy beans or cannellini that are comparable.
• Uncooked Shrimp: Be sure to peel, devein, and take away the tails earlier than cooking.
• Heavy Cream: You may substitute with half-and-half, although the end result will likely be much less creamy.

The Cajun Trinity

You could be questioning what the holy trinity of Cajun cooking is that we preserve mentioning, and it’s a trio of onion, celery, and bell pepper. That is the bottom for a lot of Cajun and Creole dishes. We added it to this recipe to supply that scrumptious Cajun taste, and we expect you’ll love how a lot taste it provides to the chili!

Serving Ideas

This Cajun White Hen Chili is a hearty meal by itself, however you’ve acquired choices relating to sides and toppings. Serve it alongside skillet cornbread or crusty French bread to take in all of the flavorful liquid. With regards to toppings, add a dollop of bitter cream, sprinkle on some shredded cheese, add sliced or pickled jalapenos, or toss in diced avocado. A squeeze of contemporary lime juice and a handful of chopped cilantro can each be scrumptious additions.

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