Creamy Cajun Potato Soup with Andouille Sausage
This creamy Cajun potato soup combines tender potatoes and smoky andouille sausage with a flavorful blend of spices for a hearty and comforting meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large potatoes, peeled and diced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pound andouille sausage, sliced
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 stalks celery, chopped
- 1 green bell pepper, chopped
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons chopped green onions for garnish
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the sliced andouille sausage and cook until browned. Remove and set aside.
- In the same pot, add onion, garlic, celery, and green bell pepper. Sauté until vegetables are tender, about 5 minutes.
- Add diced potatoes, Cajun seasoning, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Stir to coat the vegetables with spices.
- Pour in chicken broth and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer until potatoes are tender, about 20 minutes.
- Using a potato masher or immersion blender, partially mash the potatoes to thicken the soup while leaving some chunks for texture.
- Stir in the heavy cream and cooked andouille sausage. Heat through for another 5 minutes without boiling.
- Adjust seasonings if needed. Serve hot garnished with chopped green onions.
Notes
For extra heat, add a dash of cayenne pepper or serve with crusty bread to soak up the creamy soup.