Description
Creamy, cozy, and full of flavor, this white chicken chili is packed with tender chicken, white beans, green chilies, and a comforting blend of spices—perfect for any night of the week.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 3 cups cooked shredded chicken
- 2 cans (15 oz each) white beans, drained and rinsed
- 2 cans (4 oz each) diced green chilies
- 3 cups chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- Juice of 1 lime
- Fresh cilantro, for garnish
- Shredded cheese, optional topping
- Sour cream, optional topping
Instructions
- Warm olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Add chopped onions and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes. Stir in garlic and cook for 1 more minute.
- Add shredded chicken, white beans, green chilies, cumin, oregano, chili powder, salt, and pepper.
- Pour in chicken broth and bring to a simmer. Let cook for 15 minutes.
- Lower the heat and stir in softened cream cheese until melted and smooth.
- Add heavy cream and stir well to combine.
- Stir in fresh lime juice and taste for seasoning. Adjust as needed.
- Serve hot with desired toppings like cheese, sour cream, and cilantro.
Notes
- Use rotisserie chicken to save time and add extra flavor.
- Mash some beans before adding to the pot for a thicker texture.
- Lime juice adds a fresh zing—don’t skip it.
- Chili thickens as it sits, so leftovers are even better the next day.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 430
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
Keywords: white chicken chili, creamy chili, chicken and beans, easy chili recipe, cozy soup