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Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta Soup

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Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta Soup is a comforting and flavor-packed dish that combines the bold spices of Cajun cuisine with the creaminess of a hearty soup. This one-pot wonder is loaded with tender chicken, al dente pasta, and a medley of colorful vegetables, all swimming in a rich, spicy broth. Perfect for cooler evenings or when you’re craving something both hearty and indulgent, this soup is sure to become a family favorite.

Ingredients

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Gather these ingredients for Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta Soup:

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cubed
  • 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 1 red bell pepper, diced
  • 1 green bell pepper, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 8 oz penne pasta or any short pasta of choice
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 2 green onions, sliced (for garnish)
  • Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

Prepare the Ingredients:

  1. Dice the Chicken: Cut the chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces and season with 1 teaspoon of Cajun seasoning.
  2. Chop the Vegetables: Dice the onion, red bell pepper, and green bell pepper. Mince the garlic cloves.

Cook the Chicken and Vegetables:

  1. Sauté the Chicken: Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the chicken and cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the chicken from the pot and set aside.
  2. Sauté the Vegetables: In the same pot, add the onion, red and green bell peppers, and garlic. Cook until the vegetables are softened, about 5 minutes.

Build the Soup:

  1. Add the Broth and Tomatoes: Stir in the chicken broth, diced tomatoes, and remaining Cajun seasoning. Bring the mixture to a gentle boil.
  2. Cook the Pasta: Add the pasta to the pot and cook until al dente, about 10-12 minutes. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.

Finish the Soup:

  1. Add the Cream and Cheese: Lower the heat to medium-low and stir in the heavy cream and Parmesan cheese. Mix until the cheese is melted and the soup is creamy.
  2. Return the Chicken: Add the cooked chicken back to the pot and simmer for 5 minutes to heat through.

Garnish and Serve:

  1. Season to Taste: Adjust the seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed.
  2. Serve and Garnish: Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with sliced green onions and chopped parsley.

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