Description

This Easy White Chicken Chili is a creamy and comforting dish that’s perfect for a chilly evening! Tender chicken, white beans, and green chiles simmer in a flavorful broth, creating a satisfying and hearty meal.

Ingredients

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30 oz can Great Northern beans, drained and rinsed
2 lbs shredded cooked chicken
8 oz can diced green chiles, undrained
3/4 teaspoon ground cumin
1 onion, diced
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
2 teaspoons minced garlic
2 1/3 cups chicken broth
1/2 cup half and half
8 oz shredded pepper jack cheese

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Instructions

Combine Ingredients: In a large pot or Dutch oven, combine drained beans, shredded chicken, green chilies, onion, garlic, cumin, chili powder, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper. Pour in chicken broth.
Simmer: Cover and simmer over low heat for 45 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Add Cheese and Cream: Stir in shredded pepper jack cheese until melted. Add half and half and stir to combine.
Cook Uncovered: Cook uncovered for 15-20 minutes, or until heated through and slightly thickened.

Notes

You can use boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, cooked and shredded, for this recipe.
If you don’t have Great Northern beans, you can substitute with cannellini beans or navy beans.
For a thicker chili, you can mash some of the beans before adding them to the pot.
Adjust the amount of red pepper flakes to your preferred spice level.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 ¾ cups
Calories: 450
Sugar: 5g
Sodium: 1000mg
Fat: 20g
Saturated Fat: 10g
Unsaturated Fat: 8g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 40g
Fiber: 10g
Protein: 40g
Cholesterol: 80mg