Description
This Creamy White Chicken Chili is a comforting and flavorful dish that’s perfect for a chilly evening! Tender chicken, white beans, and green chilies simmer in a creamy broth with a hint of spice. It’s an easy and satisfying recipe that’s perfect for a weeknight meal.
Ingredients
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- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 teaspoons chili powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast
- 4–6 cups chicken broth, divided
- 2 (14 oz) cans white beans (cannellini or Great Northern), drained and rinsed
- 2 (4 oz) cans diced green chilies, undrained
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- Juice of 1 small lime
- Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Optional Toppings:
- Fresh cilantro, chopped
- Tortilla strips
- Shredded cheese
- Lime wedges
- Avocado, sliced
Instructions
- Sauté Aromatics and Chicken: Heat olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Sauté onion until softened. Add garlic, chili powder, cumin, paprika, and oregano; cook until fragrant. Add chicken, season with salt and pepper, and pour in 4 cups chicken broth. Simmer until chicken is cooked through.
- Shred Chicken: Remove chicken and shred with two forks.
- Combine Ingredients: Return shredded chicken to the pot along with white beans and green chilies.
- Add Cream Cheese and Finish: Stir in cream cheese until melted and smooth. Add lime juice and season with salt and pepper. Thin with additional broth if desired.
- Serve: Serve hot with your favorite toppings.
Notes
- You can use boneless, skinless chicken thighs instead of breasts.
- If you prefer a spicier chili, add more chili powder or a pinch of cayenne pepper.
- For a thicker chili, you can mash some of the beans before adding them to the pot.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ¾ cups
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg