Cajun White Hen Chili

White hen chili is already superb, however our Cajun twist on this traditional with andouille sausage, shrimp, and Cajun spices will knock your socks off! This recipe begins with hen and andouille sausage, and then you definitely’ll add within the Cajun vegetable trinity, an important for any Cajun recipe. Ending up with Cajun spices and shrimp, this twist on a traditional will likely 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? Strive 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 supplies the muse of taste. From there, traditional Cajun spices like smoked paprika, cayenne, and cumin convey the right quantity of warmth. We love soups and chilis not solely as a result of they’re so heat and comforting, but additionally as a result of they’re fairly simple to make! This chili isn’t any exception and comes collectively in just some easy steps.

Ingredient Notes

• Olive Oil: You may substitute with any impartial cooking oil like vegetable or canola oil.
• Boneless Skinless Hen Breasts: Minimize them into bite-sized cubes for simple consuming. You may as well use hen thighs for those who desire the juicier darkish meat.
• Andouille Sausage: When you 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, depart the seeds and ribs in, or swap for a spicier chili pepper like serrano.
• Garlic: Freshly minced garlic is most popular for one of the best taste.
• Spices: Layers of extra Cajun taste. Modify the quantity of cayenne pepper primarily based in your tolerance for warmth. It already has jalapeno, so cayenne provides extra warmth.
• All-Objective Flour: This helps thicken the chili. You may as well use cornstarch in one-third the quantity, so 1 tablespoon for this recipe.
• Hen Broth: Use low-sodium broth so you’ll be able to management the saltiness.
• Nice Northern Beans: Any white bean will accomplish that it’s also possible to use white navy beans or cannellini that are comparable.
• Uncooked Shrimp: Be sure that to peel, devein, and take away the tails earlier than cooking.
• Heavy Cream: You would substitute with half-and-half, although the outcome will likely 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 expect 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 received choices with regards to sides and toppings. Serve it alongside skillet cornbread or crusty French bread to absorb all of the flavorful liquid. Relating 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 contemporary lime juice and a handful of chopped cilantro can each be scrumptious additions.

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