132 oz. cartonSwanson® Louisiana Cajun Flavor Infused Broth
114.5 oz. canSwanson® Chicken Broth
1 1/2cupsheavy cream mixed with 2 tablespoons cornstarch
1cupfrozen petite peas, thawed
110 oz. cantomatoes with green chilies, drained
1cupfreshly grated Parmesan cheese
2tablespoonslime juice plus more for garnish
1/4cupfresh basil cut into thin strips
chopped bacon for garnish(optional)
Instructions
In a large bowl, whisk together 1 tablespoon olive oil and Cajun Spices. Add chicken and coat. Refrigerate for 30 minutes (time permitting) as you prep the other ingredients.
After 30 minutes, heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a nonstick skillet over medium high heat. Add chicken and cook, undisturbed for 2-4 minutes, or until nicely browned on one side. Turn chicken over, add 1/2 cup Cajun Broth, cover and reduce heat to medium. Cook for approximately 6-8 more minutes (depending on thickness of chicken), or until chicken is cooked through. Remove to a cutting board and let rest 5-10 minutes before dicing into bite size pieces.
Meanwhile, cook pasta al dente in generously salted water. Rinse and set aside.
Melt butter in large stockpot over medium heat. Add mushrooms and onions and cook until onions are tender, about 5 minutes. Add bell peppers and garlic and cook for 30 seconds. Sprinkle in flour and cook, stirring constantly for 3 minutes.
Gradually stir in remaining Cajun Broth, chicken broth and heavy cream. Bring soup to boil, then reduce to a simmer, stirring frequently until thickened to desired consistency, approximately 3-5 minutes.
Return chopped chicken to the pot along with peas, tomatoes, and cooked pasta. Simmer until heated through then stir in Parmesan until melted followed by lime juice and basil.*
Taste and add additional salt, pepper cayenne/hot sauce to taste.
Garnish individual bowls with fresh lime juice and bacon (optional).
Notes
*For a less "chunky" soup, simply add more chicken broth and/or heavy cream.