Description
Creamy White Chicken Chili is the ultimate comfort food for busy weeknights, ready in just 35 minutes. This hearty dish combines tender chicken, creamy texture, and a flavorful blend of spices that will warm your soul. Perfect for gatherings or a cozy family dinner, it’s easy to customize with your favorite toppings like avocado, cilantro, and tortilla strips. With its rich taste and nutritious ingredients, this chili not only satisfies your cravings but also keeps you feeling full and nourished.
Ingredients
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- 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 (softened)
- Salt & pepper (to taste)
- Lime juice
- Avocado
- Cilantro
- Mexican cheese blend
- Tortilla strips
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat; sauté chopped onion for 5–7 minutes until tender.
- Add bite-sized chicken pieces; cook until no longer pink.
- Stir in minced garlic; cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add chicken broth, white beans, green chilies, and spices; bring to a boil then simmer for 10 minutes.
- Soften cream cheese in the microwave for 30 seconds; stir into the chili until fully blended.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste; serve hot with desired toppings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 9g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 70mg