Creamy White Chicken Chili
Creamy White Chicken Chili is a heartwarming dish that perfectly blends tender chicken, creamy texture, and zesty spices, ideal for cozy evenings or gatherings. This recipe is not only a comforting meal but also an opportunity to bring friends and family together around the dinner table. Each bowlful offers a delightful warmth that will make you want to savor every spoonful. Perfect for game days or chilly nights, this chili will become your go-to comfort food.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 2 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cans (15 oz each) great northern beans, drained and rinsed
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 8 oz cream cheese
- 1 can (4 oz) diced green chiles
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 2 tsp chili powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Dice chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces. In a large pot over medium heat, drizzle olive oil and add the chicken, seasoning with salt and pepper. Cook until browned.
- Add chopped onion and minced garlic to the pot. Sauté for about five minutes until onions are translucent.
- Incorporate drained white beans and chicken broth. Mix well and bring to a boil.
- Stir in cream cheese and diced green chiles until smooth.
- Season with cumin and chili powder; let it simmer on low heat for about 15 minutes.
- Taste and adjust seasoning if needed before serving hot.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 690mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 75mg