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Creamy White Chicken Chili

This creamy white chicken chili is the ultimate comfort food, packed with tender chicken, white beans, and bold flavors. Perfect for cozy dinner recipes.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time30 minutes
Total Time40 minutes
Course: Soups & Stews
Cuisine: American
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Servings: 6 servings
Author: Betty

Ingredients

  • 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 can (15 oz) white beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 can (4 oz) diced green chilies
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Fresh cilantro for garnish
  • Tortilla chips for serving

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
  2. Add diced onion and garlic, sauté until fragrant.
  3. Add chicken breasts and season with cumin, chili powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
  4. Pour in chicken broth and bring to a boil.
  5. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 20 minutes until chicken is cooked through.
  6. Remove chicken, shred with a fork, then return to the pot.
  7. Stir in white beans, green chilies, heavy cream, and shredded cheese.
  8. Simmer for 10 more minutes, stirring occasionally.
  9. Remove from heat and stir in sour cream.
  10. Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve with tortilla chips.

Notes

For extra spice, add diced jalapeños or red pepper flakes. This chili is great for meal prep and reheats well!