Cajun Sausage and Corn Chowder
This thick, hearty chowder is loaded with smoked sausage, potatoes and corn, with some Cajun seasoning for a spicy kick!
Servings: 6 servings
Ingredients
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
- 1/2 cup diced onion
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 6 cups chicken broth
- 4-5 cups diced potatoes
- 1 12 oz. smoked sausage, chopped
- 2 cups frozen corn
- 2-3 teaspoons Cajun seasoning
- 1 1/2 cups milk
- 1/3 cup flour
- Pinch of cayenne pepper
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2-3 green onions sliced, plus more for garnish
Instructions
- In a large Dutch oven, heat oil over medium heat. Add onions and garlic and cook until soft, 3-5 minutes.
- Add chicken broth, potatoes, sausage, corn and Cajun seasoning and bring to a boil. Simmer for 8-10 minutes, or until potatoes are just tender.
- Meanwhile, whisk together milk and flour in a medium bowl until smooth. Slowly whisk milk mixture into soup and return to a simmer. Cook until thickened, about 5 minutes. Season to taste with salt, pepper, and cayenne. Stir in green onions just before serving.