Cajun Potato Soup
Cajun potato soup is a cozy, spicy, and creamy Southern-inspired dish with tender potatoes, Cajun seasoning, and a touch of creaminess—perfect for chilly nights or comforting family dinners. Easily customizable and great for meal prep.
Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 medium yellow onion diced
- 1 green bell pepper diced
- 2 celery stalks diced
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 2 pounds russet potatoes peeled and diced
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 ½ cups whole milk
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
- 2 green onions sliced
- Chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions
- In a large soup pot over medium heat, melt the butter.
- Add the diced onion, bell pepper, and celery. Sauté for 5 to 7 minutes until the vegetables are softened.
- Stir in the garlic and cook for another 1 minute until fragrant.
- Sprinkle the flour over the vegetables and stir to coat evenly. Cook for 1 to 2 minutes to remove the raw flour taste.
- Pour in the chicken broth, then add the diced potatoes. Stir well and bring the mixture to a boil.
- Reduce the heat to a simmer and cook uncovered for 15 to 20 minutes or until the potatoes are tender.
- Use a potato masher to mash some of the potatoes in the pot to create a thicker texture while leaving some chunks for body.
- Stir in the milk, heavy cream, Cajun seasoning, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Simmer for another 5 to 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
- Ladle the soup into bowls and top with sliced green onions and chopped parsley before serving.
Nutrition
Calories: 310kcalCarbohydrates: 37gProtein: 6gFat: 16gSodium: 620mgFiber: 4gSugar: 6g
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