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Cajun Chicken Soup

Cajun Chicken Soup: A Hearty Bowl of Comfort for Chilly Nights

Enjoy a comforting bowl of Cajun Chicken Soup, filled with tender chicken, vibrant vegetables, and flavorful Cajun spices.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Soups
Cuisine: Cajun
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Soup Base
  • 1 pound Chicken Substitute with shrimp for a variation.
  • 2 tablespoons Cajun Seasoning Homemade option: combine paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne, and thyme.
  • 1 cup Rice Use long-grain white, brown rice, or quinoa.
  • 6 cups Broth Chicken or vegetable broth according to preference.
For the Vegetables
  • 1 medium Onions Yellow or white onions work best.
  • 1 cup Bell Peppers Any variety (red, green, or yellow) is suitable.
  • 2 stalks Celery Fresh celery sticks are recommended.
For Garnish
  • 2 tablespoons Parsley Fresh parsley for the best presentation.
  • 2 tablespoons Green Onions Slice thinly for garnish.

Equipment

  • Dutch oven or heavy-bottomed pot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Cajun Chicken Soup
  1. Prep Ingredients: Gather ingredients and chop onions, bell peppers, and celery into small pieces. Cut chicken into bite-sized pieces if using raw.
  2. Sauté Vegetables: Heat oil in a Dutch oven over medium heat. Add chopped onions, bell peppers, and celery, sauté for 5-7 minutes until tender and fragrant.
  3. Cook Chicken: Add chicken pieces to the pot and cook for about 5-7 minutes until browned on all sides.
  4. Add Broth and Spices: Pour in broth, stir in Cajun seasoning, bring to a simmer for about 10 minutes.
  5. Incorporate Rice: Stir in rice, continue cooking for an additional 15-20 minutes until rice is tender.
  6. Finalize Soup: Adjust consistency with more broth if too thick, taste for seasoning.
  7. Serve: Ladle soup into bowls, garnish with parsley or green onions, and serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 30gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 85mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 1000IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Pair this soup with cornbread or a light salad for a complete meal.

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