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White Chicken Chili

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๐Ÿฒ This White Chicken Chili recipe features a creamy texture with just the right amount of mild spice for comfort and flavor.
๐ŸŒฟ It’s a satisfying, protein-packed meal that’s easy to prepare and perfect for cooler days.

  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x

Ingredients

Scale

1 rotisserie chicken, shredded or 1 lb (about 450 g) cooked chicken breasts diced

1 tablespoon olive oil

1 medium onion, diced

2 cloves garlic, finely minced

2 cans (14.5 oz / 411 g each) chicken broth

1 can (7 oz / 198 g) diced mild green chilies

1 1/2 teaspoons cumin

1/2 teaspoon paprika

1/2 teaspoon oregano

1/2 teaspoon coriander

1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper

Salt and pepper to taste

1 package (8 oz / 227 g) light cream cheese, cut into small cubes

1 1/4 cups (about 190 g) frozen or canned corn

2 cans (15 oz / 425 g each) cannellini or great northern beans, drained and rinsed

1 tablespoon fresh lime juice

2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, plus more for serving

Instructions

1-First, prepare all ingredients by shredding the cooked chicken, draining and rinsing the white beans, and chopping the onion and garlic to ensure an efficient workflow.

2-In a large pot over medium heat, sautรฉ the onion and garlic until translucent and fragrant, about 3-5 minutes, to build the flavor base.

3-Add the chicken broth, diced green chilies, cumin, paprika, oregano, coriander, cayenne pepper, salt, and pepper, then bring to a boil and simmer for 15 minutes.

4-Next, drain and rinse the beans, puree 1 cup of them with 1/4 cup of broth until nearly smooth, and set the rest aside.

5-Add the cream cheese cubes, corn, whole beans, and pureed beans to the pot, stirring well, and simmer for another 5 to 10 minutes.

6-Finally, stir in the shredded chicken, fresh lime juice, and cilantro, then serve hot with your favorite toppings.

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Notes

๐Ÿ— Use rotisserie chicken for quick prep and extra flavor.
๐Ÿฅ„ Puree some beans to thicken the chili without added cream.
๐ŸŒถ Adjust cayenne pepper to control the spice level to your liking.

  • Author: Brandi Oshea
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35 minutes
  • Category: Soup
  • Method: Simmering
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Gluten-Free

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 320 kcal
  • Sugar: 4 g
  • Sodium: 850 mg
  • Fat: 12 g
  • Saturated Fat: 6 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 27 g
  • Fiber: 6 g
  • Protein: 28 g
  • Cholesterol: 45 mg