Description
Cajun Potato Soup is a creamy, comforting soup loaded with tender potatoes, smoky spices, and rich flavor. This easy one-pot recipe is perfect for chilly nights and delivers a delicious Cajun-inspired twist on classic potato soup.
Ingredients
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- 4 large russet potatoes, peeled and diced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 small onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Optional: chopped green onions or bacon bits
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Sauté onion until soft, then add garlic.
- Stir in Cajun seasoning, paprika, and cayenne.
- Add diced potatoes and chicken broth.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15–20 minutes until potatoes are tender.
- Use a potato masher or immersion blender to partially blend the soup.
- Stir in heavy cream and cheddar cheese.
- Season with salt and pepper.
- Serve hot with toppings.
Notes
🔥 Tip: Add sliced andouille sausage or shrimp for an authentic Cajun upgrade.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Soup, Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 390
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 65mg
Keywords: cajun potato soup, spicy potato soup, creamy cajun soup, easy soup recipe