Description
Indulge in a bowl of creamy white chicken chili that promises warmth and comfort with every spoonful. This delightful dish features tender chunks of chicken, creamy white beans, and aromatic spices, creating a flavor experience that is both soothing and exhilarating. Perfect for cozy family gatherings or casual weeknight dinners, this chili is sure to become a favorite in your household.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 2 cans (15 oz each) cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 cans (4 oz each) green chilies
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 8 oz cream cheese
- 2 tsp ground cumin
- 2 tsp chili powder
- Juice of 1 lime
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients to ensure smooth cooking.
- In a large pot, heat oil over medium heat. Add diced onions and minced garlic; sauté until fragrant and translucent, about 5 minutes.
- Add the chicken breasts along with cumin and chili powder. Cook until the chicken is browned on the outside, about 6-7 minutes.
- Pour in the chicken broth and add the white beans. Simmer on low heat for about 20 minutes until the chicken is fully cooked.
- Remove the chicken from the pot; shred with two forks and return it to the chili.
- Stir in cream cheese until melted and combined.
- Squeeze in lime juice before serving hot, topped with cilantro or avocado if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 830mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 90mg