Ingredients
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- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (15 ounces) cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can (15 ounces) corn, drained
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning
- 1 teaspoon thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onions and cook until softened.
- Add minced garlic and sauté for another minute.
- Stir in the chicken breasts and brown on all sides.
- Pour in the chicken broth and add the cannellini beans, corn, Cajun seasoning, thyme, and cayenne pepper if using.
- Bring to a simmer and cook until the chicken is cooked through, about 20 minutes.
- Remove the chicken, shred it, and return it to the pot.
- Stir in the heavy cream and season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Simmer for another 5-10 minutes before serving.
Notes
- Serve with crusty bread for a complete meal.
- Adjust spices according to your heat preference.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Cajun
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg