Description
Warm yourself with a bowl of creamy white chicken chili, brimming with tender chicken, white beans, and zesty spices. This delightful dish is perfect for family gatherings or cozy nights in, offering a comforting hug in every spoonful. Easy to make and packed with flavor, it’s sure to become your new favorite comfort food.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 2 (15 oz) cans white beans, drained
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 (4 oz) can diced green chilies
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 8 oz cream cheese
- 2 tsp cumin
- 2 tsp chili powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Dice the chicken into bite-sized pieces and season with salt and pepper.
- In a large pot over medium heat, heat olive oil. Sauté onions until translucent (about 5 minutes).
- Add minced garlic, cumin, and chili powder; stir until fragrant (1-2 minutes).
- Mix in the chicken, white beans, green chilies, and chicken broth; stir well.
- Lower the heat and add cream cheese; mix until melted.
- Let the chili simmer on low for about 20 minutes before serving hot with your favorite toppings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
Keywords: Customize with extra veggies like bell peppers or corn for added texture. For an extra kick, adjust the heat level by adding jalapeños or hot sauce. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to four days or freeze for up to three months.