Creamy White Chicken Chili
Creamy White Chicken Chili is the ultimate comfort food, perfect for chilly evenings and family gatherings. This hearty dish combines tender chicken, creamy beans, and a blend of spices for a nourishing meal that’s easy to prepare. Whether you choose to make it on the stovetop, in a slow cooker, or an Instant Pot, this recipe is packed with wholesome ingredients and can be customized to suit your taste. Enjoy it as a cozy dinner or meal prep for a quick lunch during the week—this chili will warm your heart and satisfy your cravings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop/Slow Cooker/Instant Pot
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 large sweet onion (peeled and chopped)
- 3–4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1½ pounds boneless chicken breast
- 30 ounces canned cannellini beans (drained)
- 7 ounces chopped green chiles (mild or hot)
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 8 ounces cream cheese (cut into cubes)
Instructions
- Melt butter in a large pot over medium heat. Sauté chopped onion and minced garlic until soft.
- Stir in ground cumin and dried oregano; cook for a minute until fragrant.
- Add boneless chicken breast and pour in chicken broth. Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat to simmer for 15-20 minutes.
- Remove chicken, shred it, then return it to the pot along with drained beans, green chiles, and frozen corn. Stir well.
- Add cream cheese cubes, mixing until creamy and well combined.
- Serve hot with garnishes like cilantro or avocado.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (about 1½ cups/360g)
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 90mg