Description
Experience the bold flavors of Louisiana with this hearty Cajun Potato Soup. Packed with tender potatoes, spicy Cajun seasoning, and savory sausage, this comforting soup is perfect for warming up on chilly days.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 green bell pepper, diced
- 1 pound smoked sausage, sliced
- 4 cups potatoes, peeled and diced
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 2 green onions, sliced (for garnish)
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and minced garlic; sauté until the onion becomes translucent.
- Add the diced red and green bell peppers to the pot. Cook for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables soften.
- Add the sliced smoked sausage to the pot and cook until it browns slightly.
- Stir in the diced potatoes, chicken broth, Cajun seasoning, and smoked paprika. Bring the mixture to a boil.
- Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and let the soup simmer for about 20 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender.
- Stir in the heavy cream and cook for an additional 5 minutes. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with sliced green onions and chopped parsley. Serve hot.
Notes
- For a spicier soup, increase the amount of Cajun seasoning or add a pinch of cayenne pepper.
- To make the soup thicker, mash some of the cooked potatoes before adding the heavy cream.
- Serve with crusty bread or cornbread for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 1200mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Cajun potato soup, spicy potato soup, Louisiana cuisine, hearty soup recipes, smoked sausage soup