Description
Creamy White Chicken Chili is a comforting dish that combines tender chicken, white beans, and spices in a creamy broth, perfect for a cozy meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 (15 oz) cans white beans (Cannellini or Great Northern)
- 3 cups chicken broth
- 1 (4 oz) can diced green chiles
- 1 cup frozen or canned corn
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 oz cream cheese
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/2 tsp dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
- Optional toppings: shredded cheese, diced tomatoes, avocado slices, tortilla chips
Instructions
- Heat a tablespoon of oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the diced onion and minced garlic. Sauté until fragrant, about 3-4 minutes.
- Add the chicken breasts, chicken broth, green chiles, cumin, chili powder, smoked paprika, oregano, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Stir to combine and bring the mixture to a gentle boil.
- Reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked. Remove the chicken from the pot and shred it using two forks.
- Return the shredded chicken to the pot. Add the white beans, corn, and cream cheese. Stir until the cream cheese melts and the chili becomes creamy.
- Simmer for an additional 10 minutes, stirring occasionally. Adjust seasoning to taste.
- Serve warm, garnished with fresh cilantro and your choice of toppings.
Notes
- For a spicier chili, add some diced jalapeños or red pepper flakes.
- This dish can be prepared in advance and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- The chili freezes well; store in airtight containers for up to 3 months.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Creamy White Chicken Chili, Comfort Food, Chicken Chili, White Bean Chili