Description
Creamy White Chicken Chili is a luscious and comforting dish made with tender chicken, white beans, and a rich, creamy broth. This satisfying recipe blends the warmth of chili spices with the smoothness of cream cheese and heavy cream, creating a hearty meal that’s perfect for chilly nights or cozy family dinners. It’s an easy, crowd-pleasing recipe that’s sure to become a favorite.
Ingredients
- Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- White beans (cannellini or great Northern)
- Chicken broth
- Green chiles
- Onion
- Garlic
- Ground cumin
- Chili powder
- Dried oregano
- Cream cheese
- Heavy cream
- Fresh cilantro
- Lime juice
- Olive oil
- Salt and pepper
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Add chopped onions and garlic, sauté until softened.
- Add chicken breasts, and cook until lightly browned on both sides.
- Stir in cumin, chili powder, and oregano, cooking for 1 minute.
- Pour in chicken broth, white beans, and green chiles, bring to a simmer.
- Reduce heat, cover, and cook for 15-20 minutes, until chicken is fully cooked.
- Remove chicken, shred with forks, and return to the pot.
- Stir in cream cheese and heavy cream until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
- Add fresh lime juice, cilantro, salt, and pepper to taste.
- Serve hot, garnished with additional cilantro, shredded cheese, or tortilla strips if desired.
Notes
- For extra richness, add more cream cheese or a dollop of sour cream before serving.
- Adjust the level of spiciness by adding more chili powder or using spicy green chiles.
- This chili can be made ahead of time and reheated, making it perfect for meal prep.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup/Stew
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 750mg