Description
A hearty and creamy Cajun Potato Soup featuring tender potatoes, aromatic onions and garlic, spiced with Cajun seasoning and smoked paprika, finished with rich heavy cream and garnished with fresh green onions. Perfect for a comforting meal with a touch of Louisiana flair.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 4 cups diced potatoes
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning (more to taste)
- 4 cups chicken broth
- ½ cup heavy cream
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chopped green onions for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the Aromatics: In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic. Sauté until softened, about 3-4 minutes.
- Add the Potatoes and Spices: Stir in the diced potatoes, Cajun seasoning, smoked paprika, and chicken broth. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the potatoes are fork-tender.
- Blend for Creaminess: Use an immersion blender to partially blend the soup, leaving some chunks of potato for texture. If you don’t have an immersion blender, transfer part of the soup to a regular blender and return it to the pot.
- Add Cream: Stir in the heavy cream, and season with salt and pepper to taste. Heat the soup through.
- Serve: Garnish with chopped green onions for a burst of freshness and serve warm.
Notes
- Adjust Cajun seasoning to your preferred spice level.
- Partially blending the soup gives it a creamy texture while keeping some potato chunks for bite.
- Heavy cream can be substituted with half-and-half for a lighter version.
- Chopped green onions add a fresh, mild onion flavor and attractive color contrast.
- This soup can be made vegetarian by using vegetable broth instead of chicken broth.
