Description
This Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta Soup is a hearty and flavorful dish that combines the spiciness of Cajun seasoning with the creaminess of Parmesan cheese. Perfect for a cozy night in, this soup is sure to warm you up from the inside out.
Ingredients
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For the Soup:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, diced
- 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning (divided)
- 1 small onion, diced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes with juices
- 1 1/2 cups short pasta (like penne or rotini)
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chopped parsley or green onions for garnish
Instructions
- Sear the Chicken: Heat olive oil in a pot, toss chicken with half the Cajun seasoning, and sear until browned. Set aside.
- Sauté Veggies: In the same pot, sauté onion and bell pepper until softened. Add garlic and remaining Cajun seasoning.
- Add Broth and Tomatoes: Pour in chicken broth and diced tomatoes. Bring to a boil, then add pasta and simmer until al dente.
- Finish the Soup: Stir in cooked chicken, cream, and Parmesan. Simmer until creamy. Season with salt and pepper.
- Serve: Ladle into bowls, garnish, and serve hot.
Notes
- Adjust spice level by increasing or decreasing Cajun seasoning.
- For extra richness, stir in a tablespoon of cream cheese.
- Can be made ahead and reheated gently.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Cajun-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
