A bold and creamy soup filled with tender chicken, bell peppers, and Cajun spices — hearty, comforting, and ready in under an hour.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
Ingredients
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1 lb boneless chicken thighs or breasts, diced
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2 tbsp butter (plus 1 tbsp for roux)
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1 small onion, diced
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2 celery stalks, diced
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1 red bell pepper, diced
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3–4 garlic cloves, minced
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1–2 tbsp Cajun seasoning
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2 tbsp all-purpose flour (optional)
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4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
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1 cup heavy cream or half-and-half
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Salt and pepper, to taste
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Optional garnishes: parsley, green onions, shredded cheese
Instructions
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Melt 2 tbsp butter in a pot. Sauté onion, celery, and bell pepper for 5–7 minutes.
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Add garlic and Cajun seasoning; stir 1 minute.
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Add chicken and cook until mostly done, about 5–6 minutes.
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Push to one side. Melt 1 tbsp butter and stir in flour for roux. Cook 1–2 minutes.
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Add broth, stir well, and simmer 10–15 minutes.
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Stir in cream. Simmer 5–7 more minutes.
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Taste, adjust seasoning, and serve hot with garnishes.