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Easy Creamy White Chicken Chili Recipe

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This Easy Creamy White Chicken Chili is a comforting and flavorful dish combining tender shredded chicken, white beans, corn, and green chilies in a rich and creamy broth. Flavored with cumin, chili powder, and fresh garlic, it’s a delicious twist on traditional chili that’s perfect for cozy dinners. Garnished with cilantro and customizable with added heat or creaminess, this recipe is simple to prepare and can be enjoyed with tortilla chips or crusty bread.

Ingredients

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White Chicken Chili Ingredients

  • 1 lb chicken breast, cooked and shredded
  • 1 can (15 oz) white beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 can (15 oz) corn, drained
  • 1 can (4 oz) diced green chilies
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Chopped cilantro for garnish

Instructions

  1. Sauté Aromatics: In a large pot, heat a small amount of oil over medium heat and sauté the chopped onion and minced garlic until they become soft and translucent, about 5 minutes. This step develops the base flavors of the chili.
  2. Add Main Ingredients: Add the cooked shredded chicken, drained white beans, corn, diced green chilies, and chicken broth to the pot. Stir in the cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper to combine evenly.
  3. Simmer the Chili: Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer gently for 20 minutes. This allows the flavors to meld and the chili to thicken slightly.
  4. Incorporate Cream: After simmering, stir in the heavy cream and heat through for an additional 5 minutes without boiling, to preserve the creaminess and enrich the chili’s texture.
  5. Serve and Garnish: Ladle the chili into bowls and garnish with chopped fresh cilantro. Optionally, add a squeeze of lime, shredded cheese, sour cream, or avocado for extra flavor and creaminess. Enjoy warm with tortilla chips or crusty bread.

Notes

  • For extra heat, add diced jalapeños along with the green chilies.
  • If you prefer a thicker chili, mash some of the drained white beans before adding them to the pot.
  • Using pre-cooked rotisserie chicken can significantly reduce preparation time.
  • Adjust seasoning and spices according to your palate for a milder or spicier chili.
  • Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3 to 4 days or frozen for up to 3 months.

Keywords: white chicken chili, creamy chicken chili, easy chicken chili recipe, white bean chili, comfort food, stovetop chili

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