Creamy Cajun Shrimp Soup with a Kick
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 cup Diced onion
- 1 cup Diced celery
- 1 cup Diced green bell pepper
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon Paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon Cayenne pepper (optional)
- 4 cups Chicken broth
- 1 can Diced tomatoes, undrained
- 1 cup Heavy cream
- 1 pound Shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1/4 cup Chopped fresh parsley
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add onion, celery, and bell pepper and cook until softened, about 5-7 minutes.
- Add garlic, Cajun seasoning, paprika, and cayenne pepper (if using) and cook for 1 minute more.
- Pour in chicken broth and diced tomatoes. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes.
- Stir in heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer.
- Add shrimp and cook until pink and opaque, about 3-5 minutes.
- Stir in chopped parsley. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve hot.
