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Best White Chicken Chili

A comforting bowl of creamy white chicken chili loaded with tender chicken, hearty white beans, and subtle heat from green chilies - the perfect dish for chilly nights or casual gatherings.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Comfort food
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
  • 1 can white beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 can diced green chilies
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 4 cups chicken broth Consider using room temperature broth for more intense flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder Adjust chili powder for desired spice level.
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 cup heavy cream Can be substituted with half-and-half or a lower-fat alternative.
  • Fresh cilantro for garnish

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a large pot, heat a drizzle of olive oil over medium heat. Sauté the diced onion and minced garlic for about 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the onions are soft and translucent.
  2. Add the shredded chicken, drained white beans, diced green chilies, chicken broth, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper to the pot. Stir everything together until well combined.
  3. Bring the chili to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for 20 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
  4. Stir in the heavy cream and let it simmer for an additional 10 minutes, until the chili is creamy and slightly thickened.
  5. Serve hot, garnished with fresh cilantro for a pop of color and flavor.

Notes

You can find canned white beans and diced green chilies in the international or canned goods aisle at most grocery stores. This chili is best served hot and pairs well with cornbread or a side salad.