Description
Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta Soup is a comforting and flavorful dish that is perfect for any occasion, from family dinners to cozy nights at home. This hearty soup combines tender chicken with a rich, creamy broth infused with zesty Cajun seasoning. The addition of small pasta shapes adds a delightful texture, making every spoonful satisfying. Easy to prepare in just 45 minutes, this one-pot meal is not only delicious but also a crowd-pleaser that will have everyone coming back for seconds.
Ingredients
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- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 small white onion (chopped)
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 tablespoons cajun seasoning (divided)
- 5 cups chicken stock (or 4 cups chicken stock + 1 cup water)
- 1 14.5-ounce can diced tomatoes (undrained)
- 1 cup heavy cream (at or close to room temperature)
- 1 cup ditalini (or other small pasta, dry)
- 1 pound chicken breasts or tenders
- 1 tablespoon neutral oil
- 1 cup freshly grated parmesan (at room temperature)
- Salt and pepper (to taste)
- Green onions (sliced, to garnish)
Instructions
- In a large Dutch oven, melt butter over medium-high heat. Sauté chopped onion and minced garlic until fragrant.
- Stir in 1 tablespoon of Cajun seasoning, then add chicken stock, diced tomatoes, and heavy cream. Bring to a boil and let simmer.
- Add dry pasta to the pot and cook for about 10 minutes, stirring frequently.
- Season chicken with remaining Cajun seasoning and sear in a small skillet with oil until cooked through.
- Chop cooked chicken and stir it into the soup along with grated parmesan cheese.
- Season to taste with salt and pepper, then serve warm, garnished with sliced green onions.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (350g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 920mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 95mg