Description

Creamy White Chicken Chili is a warm and comforting dish that’s perfect for cozy family dinners or gatherings with friends. This rich and savory chili combines tender chicken, hearty cannellini beans, and a medley of spices, all enveloped in a creamy broth. Whether you prefer using the stovetop, slow cooker, or Instant Pot, this versatile recipe is sure to impress. Not only is it quick to prepare, but it’s also packed with protein and fiber, making it a nutritious choice for any meal. Serve it up with your favorite garnishes like avocado or cilantro for an extra burst of flavor that will delight your taste buds.

Ingredients

Scale

2 tablespoons butter
1 large sweet onion (chopped)
3–4 cloves garlic (minced)
1 tablespoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 ½ pounds boneless chicken breast
30 ounces canned cannellini beans (drained)
7 ounces chopped green chiles
1 cup frozen corn
4 cups chicken broth
8 ounces cream cheese (cut into cubes)

Instructions

In a large pot over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent, then stir in minced garlic.
Add ground cumin and dried oregano; cook for about 1 minute.
Place boneless chicken breasts in the pot and pour in chicken broth to cover. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for about 25 minutes.
Remove the chicken, shred it with forks, and return it to the pot along with drained beans, green chiles, and corn.
Stir in cream cheese cubes until melted and well mixed.
Serve hot with desired garnishes such as cilantro, scallions, tortilla chips, lime wedges, shredded cheese, or avocado.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Category: Main
Method: Stovetop/Slow Cooker/Instant Pot
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cup (245g)
Calories: 370
Sugar: 2g
Sodium: 820mg
Fat: 18g
Saturated Fat: 10g
Unsaturated Fat: 7g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 30g
Fiber: 8g
Protein: 31g
Cholesterol: 90mg

Keywords: For a vegetarian version, replace chicken with hearty vegetables like zucchini and mushrooms and use vegetable broth. Adjust spice levels by adding more or fewer green chiles based on your preference.