Description
Creamy white chicken chili delivers comfort in a bowl, blending tender chicken and hearty beans with rich cream cheese. Warm spices and smooth textures invite home cooks to savor this soul-satisfying Mexican-inspired masterpiece that promises delicious comfort.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 3 cups cooked shredded chicken
- 2 (15 ounces) cans white beans
Herbs and Spices:
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon dried oregano
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
Base and Additional Ingredients:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 small onion (diced)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 (4 ounces) can diced green chilies
- 3 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- ½ cup frozen or canned corn
- 4 ounces cream cheese (cubed, softened)
- ½ cup sour cream
- ½ cup shredded Monterey Jack or cheddar cheese
- Fresh cilantro (chopped)
- Sliced jalapenos
- Lime wedges
- Tortilla chips
Instructions
- Warm the olive oil in a generously sized pot over medium-high heat, creating a sizzling cooking surface.
- Gently sauté the diced onions until they become translucent and softened, releasing their sweet aromatic essence.
- Introduce minced garlic, roasted green chilies, and a harmonious blend of ground cumin, chili powder, smoky paprika, dried oregano, kosher salt, and freshly cracked black pepper, allowing the spices to bloom and intensify their flavors for approximately 30 seconds.
- Add shredded chicken to the fragrant base, stirring thoroughly to coat the meat with the spice mixture and ensure even distribution.
- Pour in chicken broth, creating a rich liquid foundation for the chili, and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
- Incorporate drained and rinsed white beans, which will contribute creamy texture and additional protein to the dish.
- Reduce heat and let the chili gently simmer for 15-20 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and intensify.
- Fold in softened cream cheese, stirring until completely integrated and creating a luxuriously smooth consistency.
- Taste and adjust seasoning as needed, ensuring a perfect balance of flavors.
- Serve piping hot, garnished with optional toppings like fresh cilantro, sliced jalapeños, or a dollop of sour cream.
Notes
- Use fresh garlic for a more vibrant, aromatic flavor that elevates the entire dish.
- Opt for low-fat cream cheese to reduce calories without compromising the creamy texture.
- Swap chicken with jackfruit or white beans for a delicious vegetarian version that maintains the chili’s hearty profile.
- Roast green chilies beforehand to intensify their smoky, complex flavor and add depth to the chili.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 7 g
- Protein: 28 g
- Cholesterol: 90 mg