Description
A creamy and comforting white chicken chili made with tender chicken, white beans, and green chiles. This hearty dish is perfect for cold days and delivers rich flavors with a mild heat that the whole family will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs (3-4 pieces) Boneless chicken breasts
- 2 cans (15 oz each) Great northern beans
- 4 cups Low-sodium chicken broth
- 8 oz Cream cheese
- 1 can (4 oz) Diced green chiles
- 1 tsp Ground cumin
- 1 tsp Chili powder
- 1 cup chopped Yellow onions
- 2 cloves minced Fresh garlic
- For garnish Fresh cilantro
- 1 lime juiced Fresh lime
Instructions
- Step 1: Prep – Dice chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces for even cooking
- Step 2: Sauté Base – Heat oil in large pot, cook onions and garlic until translucent (3 minutes)
- Step 3: Cook Chicken – Add chicken, cumin, and chili powder; cook until golden brown (5-7 minutes)
- Step 4: Add Liquids – Stir in white beans and chicken broth; mix thoroughly
- Step 5: Create Creaminess – Lower heat, add cream cheese; stir until completely melted (3 minutes)
- Step 6: Final Touches – Mix in green chiles and lime juice; simmer 20 minutes
- Step 7: Serve – Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve hot
Notes
- Cut chicken into uniform pieces for even cooking throughout
- Let cream cheese soften before adding to prevent lumps
- Taste and adjust lime juice for perfect brightness balance
- Store leftovers in refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheat gently on stovetop
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 485 calories
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 890mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 48g
- Cholesterol: 125mg
Keywords: white chicken chili, creamy chicken chili, comfort food, easy dinner, one pot meal, family recipe