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Bowl of creamy white chicken chili topped with cilantro and jalapeños

White Chicken Chili

A comforting, creamy, and hearty chili packed with flavor, perfect for chilly nights or cozy gatherings.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Mexican
Calories: 400

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 cups cooked shredded chicken
  • 1 can (15 oz) white beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 can (4 oz) diced green chilies
  • 1 cup corn, fresh or frozen
  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 4 cups chicken broth
Spices and Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • to taste Salt and pepper
Garnish
  • to taste Chopped cilantro optional, for garnish

Method
 

Cook
  1. Place a large pot over medium heat and pour in the chicken broth.
  2. Add in the shredded chicken, drained white beans, corn, and diced green chilies.
  3. Season the mixture with garlic powder, onion powder, cumin, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Stir well to combine.
  4. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer and let it cook for about 5 minutes.
  5. Reduce the heat to low and add the softened cream cheese in chunks. Stir continuously until the cream cheese has melted completely.
  6. Continue cooking for another 10 to 15 minutes, stirring occasionally, to allow the chili to thicken and flavors to meld beautifully.
  7. Taste and adjust the seasoning if needed.
  8. Ladle the chili into bowls and top with chopped cilantro if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1Calories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gSodium: 800mgFiber: 5gSugar: 3g

Notes

Serve with warm tortilla chips or alongside a fresh salad. If you have leftovers, store in an airtight container. Refrigerate for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 3 months.

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