Description
White Chicken Chili is the ultimate comfort food for chilly days, combining tender chicken with creamy white beans and vibrant spices. This hearty dish not only warms you from the inside out but also brings family and friends together for cozy gatherings. With its flavorful aroma filling your kitchen, each bowl promises a delightful experience that’s easy to customize with your favorite toppings, making it perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 2 cans (15 oz each) great northern beans, drained
- 1 can (4 oz) diced green chiles
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 8 oz cream cheese
- Fresh cilantro (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Dice chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces; set aside.
- In a large pot over medium heat, add olive oil. Once shimmering, sauté onions until translucent, then add minced garlic for about 30 seconds.
- Add chicken to the pot; cook until golden brown.
- Stir in drained white beans and chicken broth; mix well.
- Sprinkle in cumin, chili powder, and oregano; stir to combine.
- Simmer for about 20 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through and tender.
- Lower the heat and mix in cream cheese until melted and creamy.
- Serve hot with desired toppings like shredded cheese or crispy tortilla strips.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 1.5 cups)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 630mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 85mg