Cozy Cajun White Chicken Chili
Cozy Cajun White Chicken Chili is a creamy, hearty one-pot meal packed with smoky sausage, tender chicken, white beans, and bold Cajun spices. Comforting, flavorful, and perfect for weeknights or meal prep.
Equipment
- large pot or Dutch oven
- cutting board
- knife
- wooden spoon
Ingredients
- 2 tbsp oil (olive oil, avocado oil, or butter)
- 1 lb smoked poultry sausage, sliced
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
- 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning
- 1 tbsp butter
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 2 stalks celery, chopped
- 1 bell pepper, diced
- 1 jalapeño, finely chopped (optional)
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 cups white beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup salsa verde
- 1 cup sour cream, crema, heavy cream, or cream cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp fresh lime juice
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro or parsley
- 2 green onions, sliced
- salt and black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add sausage and cook for 5–7 minutes until deeply browned. Remove and set aside.
- Season chicken generously with Cajun seasoning. Sear in the same pot for 5–7 minutes until lightly golden. Remove and reserve.
- Melt butter in the pot. Add onion, celery, bell pepper, and jalapeño. Cook for 7–10 minutes until softened and aromatic.
- Stir in garlic, cumin, and an additional pinch of Cajun seasoning. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add chicken broth, white beans, salsa verde, sausage, and chicken. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a gentle simmer. Cover and cook for 15 minutes.
- Remove chicken from the pot, shred or chop into bite-size pieces, and return it to the chili.
- Stir in sour cream and Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth.
- Add lime juice, cilantro, and green onions. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
Notes
For best flavor, allow the chili to rest for 10 minutes before serving. Add cream gradually to control thickness and finish with fresh lime juice to balance the richness.