Cajun White Hen Chili

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

Searching for extra chili recipes? Attempt our Instant Pot Chili and our Slow Cooker Texas Beef Chili. Or strive 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 gives the inspiration of taste. From there, traditional Cajun spices like smoked paprika, cayenne, and cumin carry the right 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 simple to make! This chili isn’t any exception and comes collectively in only a few easy steps.

Ingredient Notes

• Olive Oil: You possibly can substitute with any impartial cooking oil like vegetable or canola oil.
• Boneless Skinless Hen Breasts: Lower them into bite-sized cubes for straightforward consuming. You may also use rooster thighs in case you desire the juicier darkish meat.
• Andouille Sausage: For those who can’t discover andouille, kielbasa or one other smoked sausage works will even 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. Modify 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 also 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 achieve this you may also use white navy beans or cannellini that are comparable.
• Uncooked Shrimp: Ensure that to peel, devein, and take away the tails earlier than cooking.
• Heavy Cream: You would substitute with half-and-half, although the end result shall be much less creamy.

The Cajun Trinity

You is perhaps 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 supply that scrumptious Cajun taste, and we predict 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 relation to sides and toppings. Serve it alongside skillet cornbread or crusty French bread to take in all of the flavorful liquid. In relation to 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 recent lime juice and a handful of chopped cilantro can each be scrumptious additions.

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