Description
Warm up with this creamy Cajun Potato Soup, loaded with tender potatoes, smoky Andouille sausage, bell peppers, and bold Cajun spices. Perfect for a quick, comforting meal with a spicy twist!
Ingredients
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1–2 tbsp olive oil
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12 oz Andouille sausage, sliced (or Kielbasa as substitute)
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1 medium onion, chopped
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2 stalks celery, chopped
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1 bell pepper, chopped (any color)
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3 cloves garlic, minced
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1–2 tbsp Cajun seasoning (adjust to taste)
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Salt and black pepper, to taste
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½ tsp paprika
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¼ tsp cayenne pepper (optional, for extra heat)
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4 cups chicken broth
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3 medium russet potatoes, peeled and cubed (or Yukon gold/red potatoes)
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½ cup heavy cream
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1 cup shredded mild cheddar cheese
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Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish
Instructions
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Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
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Add sliced Andouille sausage and cook 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until browned. Remove sausage and set aside.
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In the same pot, add onion, celery, and bell pepper. Cook for 5-8 minutes until softened.
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Stir in minced garlic and cook for 1 minute.
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Add Cajun seasoning, salt, pepper, paprika, cayenne, chicken broth, and cubed potatoes.
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Bring to a simmer and reduce heat. Cook for 20-25 minutes until potatoes are fork-tender.
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Return sausage to the pot. Stir in heavy cream and shredded cheese.
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Simmer another 5 minutes until heated through and cheese is melted.
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Garnish with chopped parsley and serve warm.
Notes
Adjust Cajun seasoning and cayenne for your preferred spice level.
Swap Andouille sausage for milder options like Kielbasa if preferred.
For a lighter version, substitute half-and-half instead of heavy cream.
Leftovers keep well in the fridge for 3-4 days and reheat beautifully.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 30 mins
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American , cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 410 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 1120 mg
- Fat: 27 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 24 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 16 g
- Cholesterol: 65 mg