White Chicken Chili
Indulge in the comforting goodness of White Chicken Chili, a creamy and hearty dish that’s perfect for any occasion. This recipe combines tender shredded chicken, white beans, and zesty green chilies, creating a delightful flavor experience that warms you from the inside out. With a smooth broth enriched by cream cheese and topped with your favorite garnishes like lime wedges and diced avocado, this chili is sure to become a family favorite. Whether you’re hosting a gathering or enjoying a cozy night in, this deliciously easy recipe can be ready in no time, making it ideal for busy weeknights or game days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: About 8 servings 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 yellow onion (diced)
- 1 large jalapeno pepper (seeded and diced)
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 6 cups chicken broth
- 1/3 cup half and half
- 8 oz. cream cheese (softened)
- 2 (15.5 oz.) cans cannellini beans (drained)
- 1 ½ lbs. bone-in skinless chicken breast
- 2 (4 oz.) cans mild green chilies (undrained)
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 3 tablespoons flour
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- ½ teaspoon ground cumin
- ½ teaspoon dried oregano
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon mustard powder
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1 pinch red pepper flakes
- 1 teaspoon hot sauce
- 1 (15.25 oz.) can whole kernel sweet corn (drained; substitute with frozen corn if desired)
Instructions
- In a large pot, melt butter over medium heat. Add diced onions and jalapeno; cook for 5 minutes. Stir in minced garlic for an additional minute.
- Sprinkle flour over the mixture, cooking for about 2 minutes until the raw smell disappears.
- Gradually stir in chicken broth and half and half until smooth.
- Optionally blend one cup of drained beans with half a cup of broth for thickness; mix back into the pot with remaining beans.
- Season with spices, hot sauce, and green chilies; bring to a boil then simmer uncovered for about 15 minutes.
- Add seasoned chicken and corn; simmer gently for another 15–20 minutes until cooked through.
- Shred chicken before returning it to the pot; reduce heat to low and stir in softened cream cheese until melted.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (300g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 820mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
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