Description
Indulge in a comforting bowl of creamy white chicken chili that warms the soul with its velvety texture and zesty flavors. Perfect for chilly evenings or gatherings, this one-pot wonder is quick to prepare and brings everyone together with its delightful aroma. With tender chicken, creamy beans, and a hint of spice, it’s like a warm hug in every spoonful.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cans (15 oz each) cannellini beans, drained
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 can (4 oz) diced green chiles
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 2 tsp ground cumin
- 2 tsp chili powder
- Juice of 1 lime
- Fresh cilantro for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients. Thaw chicken if frozen.
- In a large pot over medium heat, sauté chopped onions in olive oil until translucent (about 5 minutes).
- Add chicken and minced garlic; cook until golden brown.
- Pour in chicken broth and drained beans; stir to combine.
- Add cumin and chili powder; adjust seasonings to taste.
- Lower heat and mix in softened cream cheese until melted.
- Stir in green chiles and lime juice; simmer for another 10 minutes.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: - For quicker prep, use leftover rotisserie chicken. - Adjust spices to your preference; add jalapeños for extra heat. - Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to four days.
