Description
Creamy White Chicken Chili is the ultimate comfort dish that warms the soul, making it perfect for cozy weeknights or lively gatherings. This easy-to-make recipe combines tender shredded chicken, creamy white beans, and zesty green chiles, all simmered in a rich broth infused with aromatic spices. Whether you prepare it on the stovetop, in a slow cooker, or an Instant Pot, you’ll enjoy a deliciously satisfying meal in no time. Customize your chili with your favorite toppings like avocado, shredded cheese, or cilantro for an extra burst of flavor. Get ready to savor every spoonful of this delightful dish!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 small yellow onion (chopped about ½ cup)
- 2 garlic cloves (finely minced or 1 ½ teaspoons garlic powder)
- 2 1/2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 4 oz cans diced green chilies
- 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cumin
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 small lime (juice from)
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper (to taste)
- 2 15 oz cans great northern beans
- 1 cup sour cream (or plain Greek yogurt)
- 1 cup corn (frozen or fresh)
- 2 heaping cups cooked chicken (shredded rotisserie or leftover chicken)
Instructions
- Sauté chopped onion in olive oil over medium-high heat until softened (3-5 minutes). Add minced garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds.
- Stir in chicken broth, diced green chiles, cumin, cayenne pepper, oregano, paprika, lime juice, salt, and pepper.
- Drain and rinse great northern beans; blend a portion with a splash of broth until smooth for added creaminess.
- Add pureed beans and whole beans along with corn to the pot. Simmer uncovered for 15 to 30 minutes.
- Remove from heat and stir in sour cream (or Greek yogurt) and shredded chicken until well mixed.
- Serve hot with your choice of garnishes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop/Slow Cooker/Instant Pot
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 9g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 70mg