Description
Warm up your day with this hearty Cajun Potato Soup Recipe! This delicious dish features a perfect blend of creamy potatoes, zesty chicken sausage, and a medley of spices that deliver a comforting kick. Ideal for chilly evenings or family gatherings, this soup is not just a meal—it’s an experience that brings everyone together. With its rich flavors and satisfying ingredients, you’ll find yourself reaching for seconds!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 1 ring (13.5 ounces) chicken sausage, sliced
- 1 large onion, diced
- ½ cup diced celery
- ½ red bell pepper, diced
- 2 teaspoons garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 4 large russet potatoes, cubed
- ½ cup heavy whipping cream
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat. Add the sliced chicken sausage and cook until browned. Stir in the onion, celery, red bell pepper, and garlic; sauté until softened.
- Add the Cajun seasoning, salt, black pepper, paprika, and cayenne pepper. Mix well to coat the vegetables.
- Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a boil. Add cubed potatoes; reduce heat to simmer for about 20 minutes or until tender.
- Stir in heavy whipping cream and shredded cheddar cheese; mix until melted. Adjust seasonings if needed.
- Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with fresh parsley.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 45mg