Description
A rich and flavorful Cajun potato soup that’s easy to make and packed with bold spices.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large potatoes, peeled and diced
- 1 onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional)
- 2 green onions, sliced (for garnish)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Add onion and garlic, sauté until softened.
- Stir in diced potatoes and Cajun seasoning.
- Pour in chicken broth and bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat and simmer until potatoes are tender.
- Use a potato masher to partially blend the soup.
- Stir in heavy cream and smoked paprika.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve hot, garnished with cheddar cheese and green onions.
Notes
- Adjust Cajun seasoning for more or less heat.
- For a thicker soup, mash more potatoes.
- Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 30 mins
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
Keywords: Cajun potato soup, spicy potato soup, easy soup recipe