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White Chicken Chili
Creamy white chicken chili with green chiles, white beans, and a rich broth. A lighter twist on classic chili that still hits all the comfort food notes.
Prep 10 min
Cook 30 min
Total 40 min
Serves 6
Ingredients
Step 1 — Build the chili base
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 medium onion (diced)
- 3 garlic cloves (minced)
- 1 can (4 oz) diced green chiles
- 2 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp oregano
- ½ tsp coriander
- ½ tsp salt
Step 2 — Add protein and beans
- 2 lbs boneless chicken breast
- 3 cans (15 oz each) white cannellini beans (drained)
- 4 cups chicken broth
Step 3 — Finish creamy
- 4 oz cream cheese (cubed)
- ½ cup sour cream
- Juice of 1 lime
Step 4 — Toppings
- Shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- Avocado slices
- Tortilla chips
- Fresh cilantro
Instructions
- 1
Build the chili base
Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat. Cook onion 4 minutes. Add garlic and cook 1 minute. Stir in green chiles, cumin, oregano, coriander, and salt. Cook 1 minute until fragrant.
- 2
Add chicken and beans
Add whole chicken breasts, beans, and chicken broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer 20 minutes until chicken is cooked through. Remove chicken and shred. Return to pot.
- 3
Finish creamy
Reduce heat to low. Add cream cheese and stir until fully melted. Stir in sour cream and lime juice. Do not boil. Taste and adjust seasoning.
- 4
Serve
Ladle into bowls and top with cheese, avocado, tortilla chips, and cilantro.
Nutrition per serving: 420 cal · 44g protein · 32g carbs · 14g fat · 8g fiber
For informational purposes only. Not medical or dietary advice. Verify ingredients for allergens, cooking times, and safe internal temperatures before serving.
