Description
Cajun Potato Soup is a warm and creamy delight that brings the flavors of the bayou to your kitchen. This comforting dish features tender potatoes enriched with a blend of Cajun spices, sautéed onions, and garlic, creating an irresistible aroma that fills your home. Perfect for chilly evenings or game day gatherings, this easy-to-make soup will impress family and friends alike with its rich flavor and satisfying texture.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups russet potatoes, peeled and diced
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 green onions, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Sauté diced onion for about 5 minutes until translucent. Add minced garlic and stir until fragrant.
- Add cubed potatoes and Cajun seasoning to the pot; stir to coat evenly.
- Pour in chicken broth until the potatoes are covered by about an inch. Bring to a boil, then lower heat and simmer for 15-20 minutes or until potatoes are tender.
- Use an immersion blender to puree the soup to your desired consistency—smooth yet textured.
- Stir in heavy cream and warm through without boiling. Adjust seasoning as needed.
- Serve hot, garnished with chopped green onions.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 40mg