Description
Creamy White Chicken Chili is a delightful dish that quickly warms up your dinner table in just 35 minutes. This comforting meal features tender chicken and creamy textures, enhanced by zesty spices. With customizable toppings like avocado and lime, each bowl becomes a personalized culinary experience that everyone will cherish. Perfect for busy weeknights or cozy gatherings, this one-pot recipe is as nutritious as it is hearty, packed with protein from chicken and fiber from white beans. Enjoy the ease of preparation and cleanup while savoring a deliciously satisfying meal.
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium onion (chopped)
- 2 chicken breasts (cut into small bite-size pieces)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 2 (14 ounce) cans white beans (drained)
- 2 (4 ounce) cans mild green chilies (with juices)
- 2 teaspoons chili powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 4 ounces cream cheese (1/2 block of Philly) (softened)
- Salt & pepper (to taste)
- Toppings: lime juice, avocado, cilantro, Mexican cheese blend, tortilla strips, etc.
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Sautรฉ chopped onion for 5-7 minutes until translucent and slightly browned.
- Add bite-sized chicken pieces and cook for about 5 minutes until no longer pink.
- Stir in minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Combine chicken broth, white beans, green chilies with juices, chili powder, ground cumin, and oregano. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to simmer for 10 minutes.
- Cut softened cream cheese into cubes, stir into the chili until fully incorporated, and heat through for an additional 5 minutes.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste and serve hot with desired toppings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 9g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: To adjust spice levels, add more or less chili powder based on preference. For added creaminess, consider using Greek yogurt instead of cream cheese. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for 3-4 days or frozen for up to 2-3 months.