Description
Instant Pot Cajun Potato Soup is the ultimate comfort food that combines creamy textures and zesty Cajun flavors in a quick, easy recipe. Perfect for chilly evenings or casual gatherings, this hearty soup features tender potatoes and savory sausage, all cooked to perfection in your Instant Pot. The rich broth, infused with bold spices, will warm your soul and tantalize your taste buds. Best of all, it’s versatile enough to accommodate your favorite ingredients, making it an ideal dish for any occasion. Enjoy a bowl topped with crispy turkey bacon and fresh green onions for a delightful finishing touch.
Ingredients
- 4 cups diced potatoes
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup turkey bacon bits
Instructions
- Sauté onion in olive oil on Sauté mode until softened. Add garlic and cook briefly.
- Stir in Cajun seasoning, then add diced potatoes and mix well.
- Pour in chicken broth, seal the Instant Pot, and cook on high pressure for 10 minutes.
- Allow natural pressure release for 5 minutes before venting. Stir in heavy cream until smooth.
- Mix in cheddar cheese and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.
- Garnish with green onions and turkey bacon bits before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Pressure Cooking
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
Keywords: Feel free to adjust the spice levels by modifying the amount of cayenne pepper according to your preference. For a vegetarian version, replace chicken broth with vegetable broth and omit sausage.