Description
Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta Soup is a perfect fusion of rich flavors and comforting textures, making it an ideal dish for cozy nights or gatherings. This delightful soup features tender Cajun-blackened chicken, hearty pasta, and a creamy broth infused with zesty Cajun spices. Ready in just 45 minutes, this recipe is quick to prepare, ensuring you can satisfy your cravings without spending hours in the kitchen. Whether you enjoy it as a main course or paired with crusty bread, this soup is bound to impress everyone at your table!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 small white onion (chopped)
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning (divided)
- 5 cups chicken stock
- 1 can diced tomatoes (14.5 ounces, undrained)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup ditalini pasta (dry)
- 1 pound chicken breasts (or tenders)
- Salt and pepper (to taste)
- Green onions (sliced, for garnish)
Instructions
- In a large Dutch oven, melt butter over medium-high heat. Sauté onions and garlic until tender.
- Stir in one tablespoon of Cajun seasoning, then add chicken stock, diced tomatoes, and heavy cream. Bring to a boil.
- Add pasta and cook for about 10 minutes, stirring regularly.
- Season chicken with remaining Cajun seasoning; cook in a skillet until fully cooked. Chop into bite-sized pieces.
- Stir chopped chicken and grated parmesan into the soup; simmer for an additional few minutes.
- Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (about 300g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 90mg