Ingredients
– 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
– 1 tablespoon olive oil
– 1 medium onion, diced
– 3 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 can (4 oz) diced green chilies
– 3 cups chicken broth
– 2 cans (15 oz each) white beans (such as great northern or cannellini), drained and rinsed
– 1 cup corn (fresh, frozen, or canned)
– 1 teaspoon ground cumin
– 1 teaspoon chili powder
– 1 teaspoon paprika
– Salt and pepper to taste
– 1 cup heavy cream
– 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
– Fresh cilantro, for garnish
– Sliced jalapeños, for garnish (optional)
– Lime wedges, for serving
Instructions
Making Creamy White Chicken Chili is easy if you follow these straightforward steps:
1. Cook the Chicken: In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chicken breasts and cook until browned on both sides, about 5-7 minutes. Remove from the pot and set aside.
2. Sauté the Aromatics: In the same pot, add the diced onion. Sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes. Add the minced garlic and sauté for an additional minute until fragrant.
3. Add Green Chilies and Broth: Stir in the diced green chilies, chicken broth, and bring to a boil.
4. Add Beans and Corn: Once boiling, add the drained white beans and corn. Stir to combine.
5. Season the Chili: Sprinkle in the cumin, chili powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
6. Return the Chicken: Shred the cooked chicken and return it to the pot. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 30 minutes.
7. Incorporate Cream and Cheese: After simmering, stir in the heavy cream and shredded Monterey Jack cheese until melted and creamy.
8. Adjust Seasoning: Taste the chili and adjust seasoning with more salt, pepper, or spices as desired.
9. Garnish and Serve: Remove from heat and garnish with fresh cilantro, sliced jalapeños, and lime wedges if desired.
10. Enjoy: Serve warm, accompanied by tortilla chips or crusty bread for dipping.
By following these easy steps, you’ll have a delicious batch of Creamy White Chicken Chili ready to enjoy!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30-40 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6 servings
- Calories: 460 kcal
- Fat: 20g
- Protein: 32g