Ultimate White Chicken Chili
A cozy and delicious bowl of White Chicken Chili, perfect for lazy weekends and family gatherings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound shredded Chicken (can be rotisserie or cooked chicken breast)
- 2 cans Canned White Beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can Green Chiles, diced
- 1 medium Onion, finely chopped
- 3–4 cloves Garlic, minced
- 4 cups Chicken Broth
- 1 tablespoon Cumin
- 1 tablespoon Chili Powder
- 1 block Cream Cheese, softened
- Salt and Pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Sauté the Aromatics: Heat a large pot over medium heat, add olive oil and onion. Sauté for about 5 minutes until translucent.
- Add Garlic: Add minced garlic and sauté for another minute, being cautious not to burn it.
- Incorporate the Chicken: Stir in the shredded chicken and cook for 2-3 minutes to meld the flavors.
- Pour in the Broth: Add chicken broth and scrape any bits from the pot. Bring to a simmer.
- Toss in Beans and Chiles: Add rinsed beans and green chiles, stir and simmer for 10 minutes.
- Season the Party: Mix in cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Let simmer for another 5 minutes.
- Cream it Up: Add cream cheese in chunks and stir until melted and smooth.
- Taste and Adjust: Taste and adjust seasoning as necessary.
- Let it simmer on low for another 10 minutes.
- Ready to Serve: Ladle into bowls and add toppings as desired.
Notes
This dish can be made ahead of time and tastes even better the next day. Store in the fridge for up to 4 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: White Chicken Chili, Comfort Food, Easy Recipe, Cozy Dish, Family Meal