Recipe: Cajun Christmas Eve Soup

 

Cajun Christmas Eve Soup is a nontraditional recipe that is sure to wow your family and friends at your next holiday gathering. And because it is a one-dish recipe, cleanup is that much easier.

 

 Ingredients

1 14-ounce package Johnsonville New Orleans Andouille Smoked Sausages

1 rotisserie chicken, bones removed

1 4.5-ounce can diced green chilies

1 10-ounce can tomatoes with chilies

1 14.5-ounce can fire-roasted tomatoes

1 15.25-ounce can southwest whole kernel corn

1 15-ounce can southwestern-style pinto beans

1 16-ounce can chili beans

1 10.5-ounce can cream of chicken soup

1 14.5-ounce can chicken broth

1 15-ounce can ranch-style beans

1 cup water

2 cups onions, diced

1-ounce packet Hidden Valley Ranch Seasoning 

1 1-ounce taco seasoning packet                 

1 teaspoon garlic powder

1 teaspoon chili powder

2 teaspoons of Louisiana Hot Sauce (optional)

 

For garnish

Jalapeños

Sour cream

½ cup sliced black olives

 

Directions

1. Slice smoked sausage to your desired size, and place into slow cooker. 

2. Add pulled chicken, along with all undrained canned goods and water. Once cans have been emptied, add diced onions and seasonings. 

3. Give everything a good stir, then turn heat to low setting, and let soup cook for at least 1 hour. Make sure to stir about every 15-20 minutes to keep ingredients from sticking to pot. 

4. Let cool for 4-5 minutes before digging in.

 

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