Description
Cajun Potato Soup is a comforting dish perfect for chilly evenings. This creamy soup, infused with zesty Cajun spices, delivers a delightful flavor experience that warms your heart and home. It’s easy to prepare and makes for a wonderful gathering dish, sure to impress family and friends. With its rich texture and aromatic profile, this soup not only satisfies but also brings everyone together for seconds!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium Russet potatoes, diced
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2–3 celery stalks, chopped
- 2 medium carrots, thinly sliced
- 3–4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream (or half-and-half)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Sliced green onions for garnish
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, add olive oil and sauté the chopped onion until translucent (3-5 minutes).
- Stir in minced garlic and Cajun seasoning; cook until fragrant (about 1 minute).
- Add diced potatoes, celery, carrots, and chicken broth. Bring to a boil over high heat.
- Reduce heat and simmer uncovered for about 20 minutes or until potatoes are fork-tender.
- For a creamier texture, blend the soup with an immersion blender or in batches using a regular blender.
- Stir in heavy cream and adjust seasoning if needed; heat through without boiling.
- Serve topped with sliced green onions.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 40mg