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Creamy Parmesan Cajun Chicken Pasta Soup

Creamy Parmesan Cajun Chicken Pasta Soup

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  • Author: Maria
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings
  • Category: Soup
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Cajun

Description

This Creamy Parmesan Cajun Chicken Pasta Soup is a comforting, flavorful dish with a rich, spicy Cajun broth, tender chicken, and creamy parmesan. Perfect for a cozy dinner, this one-pot soup comes together in just 30 minutes!


Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon oil

  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs

  • 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning

  • 1 tablespoon butter

  • 1 cup onion, diced

  • 1 cup celery, diced

  • 1 cup bell pepper, diced

  • 4 cloves garlic, chopped

  • 1 teaspoon thyme, chopped

  • 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning

  • 6 cups chicken broth

  • 1 (14.5-ounce) can diced tomatoes (optional)

  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce

  • 8 ounces pasta (such as ditalini or shells)

  • 1/2 cup heavy cream (optional)

  • 1/3 cup Parmesan cheese, grated

  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice (optional)

  • 2 tablespoons parsley, chopped (optional)

  • 2 green onions, thinly sliced (optional)

 

  • Cayenne, salt, and pepper, to taste


Instructions

1. Cook the Chicken:
Heat oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Season the chicken with Cajun seasoning and cook until golden brown, about 2-4 minutes per side. Remove and set aside.

2. Sautรฉ Vegetables:
In the same pot, melt butter, then add onion, celery, and bell pepper. Cook until softened, about 5-7 minutes.

3. Add Seasoning:
Stir in garlic, thyme, and Cajun seasoning and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.

4. Simmer the Soup:
Pour in chicken broth, diced tomatoes (if using), Worcestershire sauce, and pasta. Return the chicken to the pot. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer until pasta is al dente, about 7 minutes.

5. Shred the Chicken:
Remove the chicken, shred or slice it, and return it to the pot.

6. Make It Creamy:
Turn off the heat, stir in heavy cream and Parmesan, and let it melt into the broth.

7. Finish & Serve:
Stir in lemon juice, parsley, and green onions. Season with cayenne, salt, and pepper to taste. Serve hot and enjoy!

Slow Cooker Option:

 

  • Follow steps 1-3, then transfer everything except the pasta to a slow cooker.

  • Cook on LOW for 6-10 hours or HIGH for 2-4 hours.

  • Add pasta during the last 10 minutes and cook until tender.

  • Continue with steps 5-7.



Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 980mg
  • Fat: 22g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 9g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 35g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 95mg