Description
Creamy White Chicken Chili is the ultimate comfort food that combines warmth and rich flavors in one pot. This hearty dish is not only quick to prepare, taking just 35 minutes, but it also packs a nutritious punch with protein-rich chicken and fiber-filled white beans. The creamy texture from cream cheese perfectly complements zesty spices and mild green chilies, making it an appealing choice for busy weeknights or cozy gatherings. Customize it with your favorite toppings like avocado, cilantro, or crunchy tortilla strips, and enjoy an inviting meal that everyone will love.
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)
- 4 ounces cream cheese (softened)
- Various toppings: lime juice, avocado, cilantro, tortilla strips
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Sauté chopped onion for 5-7 minutes until translucent.
- Add bite-sized chicken pieces and cook until no longer pink.
- Stir in minced garlic and cook for about 30 seconds.
- Pour in chicken broth, white beans, green chilies, chili powder, cumin, and oregano; bring to a boil then simmer for 10 minutes.
- Cut cream cheese into cubes, microwave for 30 seconds to soften, then stir into the chili until incorporated; cook for another 5 minutes.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste before serving hot with desired toppings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 75mg