Creamy White Chicken Chili Recipe
Indulge in a comforting bowl of Creamy White Chicken Chili, a dish that perfectly combines warmth and flavor. This easy-to-make chili features tender chicken, creamy beans, and zesty green chiles, making it an ideal choice for family dinners or meal prep. Whether you prefer cooking on the stovetop, slow cooker, or Instant Pot, this recipe offers versatility and rich flavors that are sure to please everyone at your table. Top it off with fresh cilantro or avocado for a delightful finish!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 6 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop/Slow cooker/Instant Pot
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 large sweet onion, chopped
- 3–4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 ½ pounds boneless chicken breast
- 30 ounces canned cannellini beans, drained
- 7 ounces chopped green chiles
- 1 cup frozen corn
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 8 ounces cream cheese
Instructions
- Melt butter in a large pot over medium heat. Add onion and sauté until translucent (about 5 minutes). Stir in garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- Add chicken breast along with ground cumin, dried oregano, salt, and pepper. Cook for about 5 minutes until slightly browned.
- Pour in chicken broth, drained cannellini beans, chopped green chiles, corn, and cubed cream cheese. Stir until well mixed.
- Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat to low and cover. Simmer for about 25 minutes until chicken is cooked through.
- Remove chicken from the pot, shred it using two forks, and return to the chili. Adjust seasoning if needed before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 80mg