Go Back
Creamy Cajun Chicken Soup
Daisy

Creamy Cajun Chicken Soup

Creamy Cajun Chicken Soup is a cozy, one-pot meal made with tender chicken, rich broth, and gentle Cajun spice. It’s comforting, lightly creamy, and perfect for busy weeknights or slow, cozy weekends.
Print Recipe Pin Recipe
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Soup
Cuisine: American
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast
  • 1 tbsp avocado oil or olive oil
  • 2 tbsp salted butter
  • 1 medium yellow onion diced
  • 1 medium green bell pepper diced
  • 1 small jalapeño finely diced (optional)
  • 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1½ cups half-and-half
  • 1½ tbsp Cajun seasoning
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • ½ tsp sea salt
  • ½ tsp black pepper
  • ½ cup crushed tomatoes optional
  • 1 –2 tsp hot sauce optional
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley chopped (for garnish)

Equipment

  • Large heavy-bottom pot or Dutch oven
  • Wooden spoon
  • Cutting board
  • Sharp knife
  • Meat thermometer

Method
 

  1. Pat the chicken breasts dry and season evenly on all sides with Cajun seasoning, salt, and black pepper.
  2. Heat the oil in a large pot over medium heat and sear the chicken for 4–5 minutes per side until golden. Remove and set aside to rest.
  3. Add butter to the same pot, then sauté the onion, bell pepper, and jalapeño for 3–4 minutes until softened, scraping up browned bits.
  4. Pour in the chicken broth and stir well to deglaze the pot. Bring to a gentle simmer.
  5. Stir in garlic powder, remaining Cajun seasoning, and half-and-half. Lower the heat and do not boil.
  6. Shred or cube the rested chicken and return it to the pot along with crushed tomatoes if using.
  7. Simmer gently for 5–10 minutes, then taste and adjust seasoning or heat with hot sauce if needed.
  8. Remove from heat and garnish with fresh parsley before serving.