Cajun White Hen Chili

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

In search of 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 supplies the muse of taste. From there, basic Cajun spices like smoked paprika, cayenne, and cumin deliver the proper quantity of warmth. We love soups and chilis not solely as a result of they’re so heat and comforting, but in addition as a result of they’re fairly straightforward to make! This chili is not any exception and comes collectively in only a few easy steps.

Ingredient Notes

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

The Cajun Trinity

You is likely to be questioning what the holy trinity of Cajun cooking is that we hold 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 offer that scrumptious Cajun taste, and we expect you’ll love how a lot taste it provides to the chili!

Serving Strategies

This Cajun White Hen Chili is a hearty meal by itself, however you’ve bought choices in the case of sides and toppings. Serve it alongside skillet cornbread or crusty French bread to take in all of the flavorful liquid. On the subject of 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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