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Creamy White Chicken Chili Recipe

Creamy White Chicken Chili

Creamy White Chicken Chili is the ultimate comfort food that warms your soul with every spoonful. This hearty dish combines tender chicken, creamy beans, and zesty spices to create a flavor-packed meal perfect for weeknight dinners or cozy gatherings. Whether you choose to prepare it on the stovetop, in a slow cooker, or an Instant Pot, this recipe adapts seamlessly to your cooking style. Topped with fresh garnishes like avocado and cilantro, each bowl offers a delightful balance of richness and freshness. Serve it with tortilla chips or in bread bowls for an extra special touch!

  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: Serves approximately 6 people 1x

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
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 8 ounces cream cheese
  • 1 cup frozen corn
  • 1 tablespoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • ¼ cup chopped cilantro

Instructions

  1. In a large pot, melt butter over medium heat. Add onion and sauté until translucent. Stir in garlic and cook until fragrant.
  2. Season with cumin and oregano; add chicken and lightly brown.
  3. Mix in cannellini beans and green chiles; pour in chicken broth and simmer for about 20 minutes.
  4. Shred cooked chicken before returning it to the pot along with cream cheese; stir until melted and combined.
  5. Add frozen corn; cook for an additional 5 minutes before serving.
  • Author: Juniper
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Main
  • Method: Stovetop/Slow Cooker/Instant Pot
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 900mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 8g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 34g
  • Fiber: 8g
  • Protein: 28g
  • Cholesterol: 85mg

Keywords: For added spice, opt for hot green chiles or add jalapeños. Feel free to substitute cream cheese with Greek yogurt for a lighter version. Enhance the flavor by letting the chili simmer longer.