Creamy White Chicken Chili
Creamy White Chicken Chili is a delightful comfort food that warms your soul on chilly evenings. This creamy and hearty dish combines tender chicken, white beans, and a medley of spices, all simmered together to create a rich flavor that’s perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings. In just 35 minutes, you can serve a nutritious and satisfying meal that everyone will love. Customize with your favorite toppings like avocado, lime juice, or crispy tortilla strips for an extra burst of flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium onion (chopped)
- 2 chicken breasts (cut into small bite-size pieces)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 2 (14 ounce) cans white beans (drained)
- 2 (4 ounce) cans mild green chilies (with juices)
- 2 teaspoons chili powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 4 ounces cream cheese (softened)
- Salt & pepper (to taste)
- Lime juice, avocado, cilantro, Mexican cheese blend, tortilla strips, etc.
Instructions
- Sauté the chopped onion in olive oil over medium heat for 5-7 minutes until translucent.
- Add bite-sized chicken pieces and cook until no longer pink.
- Stir in minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds.
- Pour in chicken broth, white beans, green chilies, chili powder, cumin, and oregano; bring to a boil then reduce heat to simmer for 10 minutes.
- Microwave cream cheese until softened, then stir into the chili mixture until well combined; cook for an additional 5 minutes.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste before serving hot with your favorite toppings.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 640mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
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