Description
This Creamy Cajun Chicken Soup is a hearty and flavorful dish loaded with tender chicken, vibrant bell peppers, onions, celery, and a blend of Cajun spices. Finished with cream cheese and heavy cream for a rich texture, it delivers comforting warmth with a spicy kick. Perfect for a cozy meal, this soup is not only delicious but also keto-friendly with low net carbs.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon butter or olive oil
- 1 tablespoon garlic
- 1 cup onion, chopped
- 1 cup carrots, chopped
- 1 1/2 cup celery, chopped
- 1 1/2 cup bell pepper, chopped (any color or a mix)
- 1 1/2 pounds chicken breast
- 2 tablespoons Old Bay or Cajun seasoning
- 2 teaspoons hot sauce
- 1 14 ounce can fire roasted tomatoes, drained
- 3 cups chicken broth
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
Instructions
- Saute Vegetables: Heat a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the butter or olive oil and saute the garlic, onion, celery, bell pepper, and carrots for 3-4 minutes until tender.
- Add Chicken and Seasonings: Place the chicken breasts into the pot, then sprinkle the Cajun seasoning and hot sauce over them. Add the drained fire roasted tomatoes and chicken broth to the pot.
- Simmer Soup: Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer. Cover the pot with a lid and reduce heat to medium-low. Let the soup cook for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally until the chicken is cooked through and tender.
- Shred Chicken: Remove the cooked chicken from the pot and shred it using two forks on a cutting board.
- Make Creamy Base and Combine: While the chicken is shredded, whisk together the heavy cream and softened cream cheese in the pot until smooth and well combined. Stir the shredded chicken back into the soup.
- Serve: Serve the soup immediately. Optional toppings include chopped green onions, sharp cheddar cheese, and additional hot sauce for extra flavor and heat.
Notes
- Use either butter or olive oil depending on your preference for richness or lighter flavor.
- Adjust the level of hot sauce to control the soup's spiciness.
- Substitute chicken thighs for more flavorful and moist meat if desired.
- For a lower carb option, omit carrots or reduce quantity slightly.
- This soup pairs well with crusty bread or a fresh green salad for a fuller meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1.25 cups
- Calories: 238 kcal
- Sugar: 6.5 g
- Sodium: 401 mg
- Fat: 8.3 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 10.8 g
- Fiber: 2.8 g
- Protein: 21.7 g
- Cholesterol: 74.8 mg
