Description
Warm up with this cozy white chicken chili, packed with tender chicken, creamy white beans, and a hint of spice. Perfect for chilly evenings or casual gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- Key Ingredients
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 cans (15 oz each) white beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can (4 oz) diced green chilies
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 tsp cumin
- 8 oz cream cheese
Instructions
- Instructions
- 1. Prep Your Ingredients
- Chop the onion and mince the garlic to ensure a smooth cooking process.
- 2. Cook the Chicken
- In a large pot over medium heat, add a splash of oil. Sauté the chopped onion until soft (about 5 minutes), then add the minced garlic for another minute until fragrant.
- 3. Add Chicken and Broth
- Add the chicken breasts to the pot along with 4 cups of chicken broth. Bring to a gentle simmer to allow flavors to meld.
- 4. Spice It Up
- Stir in the diced green chilies and cumin. Let it simmer for about 20 minutes until the chicken is cooked through.
- 5. Shred the Chicken
- Remove the chicken from the pot and shred it using forks or your hands. Return the shredded chicken to the pot with rinsed white beans.
- 6. Add Creaminess
- Stir in the cream cheese until melted and fully combined for a rich texture. Serve hot, garnished with fresh cilantro or avocado slices if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 1.5 cups)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 85mg