Description
Cajun Potato Soup is a creamy and flavorful dish that combines the richness of potatoes with the bold spices of Cajun cuisine.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 bell pepper, diced (any color)
- 2 medium carrots, diced
- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 4 medium potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions (for garnish)
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion, garlic, bell pepper, carrots, and celery. Sauté for about 5-7 minutes, or until the vegetables are softened.
- Add the chicken broth and cubed potatoes to the pot. Stir in the Cajun seasoning, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer for about 20 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender.
- Once the potatoes are cooked, use a potato masher to mash some of the potatoes in the pot for a creamier texture, leaving some chunks for heartiness.
- Stir in the heavy cream and let the soup simmer for an additional 5 minutes. Adjust seasoning to taste.
- Serve hot, garnished with chopped green onions and parsley.
Notes
- For a spicier kick, add diced jalapeños or a dash of hot sauce to the soup.
- You can also substitute the heavy cream with coconut milk for a dairy-free version.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 60mg