Description
This White Chicken Chili is a comforting, creamy dish that’s perfect for any occasion, from cozy dinners to game days. With its velvety white broth and tender chicken, this recipe brings warmth and satisfaction to your table. It’s incredibly easy to make, whether you choose the stovetop or slow cooker method, making it ideal for busy weeknights. Customize your chili with a variety of toppings like avocado and cheese to cater to everyone’s tastes. Not only is this chili delicious, but it’s also packed with protein and fiber, ensuring a nutritious meal that can be enjoyed as leftovers throughout the week.
Ingredients
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- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- ½ teaspoon ground cumin
- ½ teaspoon dried oregano
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon mustard powder
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1 pinch red pepper flakes
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 1 yellow onion (diced)
- 1 large jalapeno pepper (seeded and diced)
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 3 tablespoons flour
- 6 cups chicken broth
- 1/3 cup half and half (half milk, half cream)
- 8 oz. cream cheese (softened)
- 2 (15.5 oz.) cans cannellini beans (drained)
- 1 ½ lbs. bone-in skinless chicken breast
- 1 (15.25 oz.) can whole kernel sweet corn (drained)
- 2 (4 oz.) cans mild green chilies (undrained)
- 1 teaspoon hot sauce
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- Salt/Pepper
- Lime wedges
- Diced avocado
- Sour cream
- Tortilla strips
- Fritos
- Monterey or Pepper Jack cheese
Instructions
- Combine seasonings in a small bowl; set aside.
- Sauté onions and jalapeño in butter until softened.
- Stir in garlic and flour, cooking briefly.
- Gradually add chicken broth and half-and-half; stir well.
- Blend some beans with broth for thickness (optional) and mix back into the pot.
- Add seasonings, hot sauce, Worcestershire sauce, and green chilies; simmer for about 15 minutes.
- Season chicken breasts, add to pot with sweet corn, and simmer until cooked through.
- Shred chicken and stir in cream cheese until melted.
- Adjust seasonings before serving hot.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop/Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 80mg