Description
Warm your soul with this comforting White Chicken Chili, a delightful twist on traditional chili. This creamy dish features tender chunks of chicken and hearty white beans simmered in a rich broth, flavored with green chiles and aromatic spices. Perfect for chilly evenings or festive gatherings, each bowl is a cozy hug that invites friends and family to gather around the table. With a touch of spice and customizable toppings, this recipe caters to your taste, making it an ideal choice for weeknight dinners or game-day celebrations. Ready in under an hour, this White Chicken Chili will quickly become a go-to favorite that satisfies both hunger and cravings.
Ingredients
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can green chiles
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 8 oz cream cheese
- Olive oil for sautéing
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by dicing the onion and mincing the garlic. Cut the chicken into bite-sized pieces.
- In a large pot over medium heat, add olive oil and sauté the diced onion until translucent (about 5 minutes). Add minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
- Add chicken pieces to the pot; season with salt and pepper. Cook until browned on all sides (approximately 6-8 minutes).
- Pour in the chicken broth and mix in green chiles; stir well and bring to a simmer.
- After about ten minutes of simmering, reduce heat and stir in cream cheese until melted completely into the broth.
- Taste and adjust seasoning as needed with cumin or additional salt & pepper. Serve hot, garnished with fresh cilantro or diced jalapeños.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 85mg