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Patricia Krouse

Creamy White Chicken Chili

A rich and creamy bowl of white chicken chili, perfect for cozy nights and family gatherings. This comforting dish combines tender chicken, white beans, and a blend of savory spices for a satisfying meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Comfort Food
Calories: 420
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 large Boneless skinless chicken breasts Protein base
  • 2 cans White beans (cannellini or great northern) Creamy texture
  • 1 can Diced green chilies Mild heat and depth
  • 4 cups Chicken broth Base for the chili
  • 4 oz Cream cheese Adds creaminess
  • ½ cup Sour cream Tangy flavor
  • 1 medium Onion Diced, aromatic base
  • 3 cloves Garlic Minced, flavor enhancer
  • 1 tsp Ground cumin Warm spice
  • 1 tsp Chili powder Subtle kick
  • to taste Salt and pepper Seasoning
  • 1 tbsp Olive oil For sautéing

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
  2. Add diced onion and minced garlic. Cook until fragrant and translucent, about 3–4 minutes.
Cooking the Chicken
  1. Add chicken breasts to the pot, season with salt, pepper, cumin, and chili powder.
  2. Pour in chicken broth and bring to a simmer. Cover and cook for 15–20 minutes or until chicken is fully cooked and tender.
Making It Creamy
  1. Remove the cooked chicken and shred it with two forks.
  2. Return shredded chicken to the pot, then add white beans, diced green chilies, cream cheese, and sour cream.
  3. Stir until cream cheese melts and chili turns silky smooth.
Final Simmer
  1. Let the Creamy White Chicken Chili simmer for 10 more minutes on low heat, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 420kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 35gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 8gSodium: 860mgFiber: 6gSugar: 3g

Notes

For extra heat, add diced jalapeños or a dash of cayenne pepper. Serve with toppings like shredded cheese, cilantro, or tortilla chips. This chili reheats beautifully, perfect for leftovers.

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