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Spicy Cajun Potato Soup

Mouthwatering Spicy Cajun Potato Soup for Cozy Nights

This Spicy Cajun Potato Soup is a cozy and hearty meal, perfect for chilly evenings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Southern
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Soup
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil Consider using olive oil for a different flavor profile.
  • 8 ounces andouille sausage Can be substituted with kielbasa.
  • 1 cup onion Diced.
  • 1 rib celery Diced.
  • 1 medium red bell pepper Seeded and diced.
  • 3 cloves garlic Minced.
  • 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning Adjustable to taste.
  • 0.5 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
  • 0.5 teaspoon paprika
  • 0.25 teaspoon cayenne pepper Adjust for desired spiciness.
  • 4 cups chicken broth Can be swapped for vegetable broth.
  • 4 large russet potatoes Peeled and cubed.
  • 0.5 cups heavy whipping cream
  • 1 cup mild cheddar cheese Optional garnish.
  • parsley For garnish.

Equipment

  • Large pot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Creamy Spicy Cajun Potato Soup
  1. Heat the oil in a large pot over medium heat for about 2 minutes until shimmering.
  2. Add sliced andouille sausage and cook until browned, about 3-4 minutes, then remove from pot.
  3. In the same pot, sauté diced onion, celery, and red bell pepper until tender, about 5-8 minutes.
  4. Stir in minced garlic and cook for an additional minute, then mix in Cajun seasoning and remaining spices.
  5. Pour in chicken broth and add cubed russet potatoes; bring to a gentle simmer.
  6. Cook for about 20-25 minutes until potatoes are fork-tender, then return sausage to pot.
  7. Add heavy whipping cream and simmer for another 5 minutes, then garnish with parsley and serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 15gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 5gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Prep ingredients ahead and adjust spiciness to your preference. Store leftovers properly for freshness.

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