Description
White chicken chili delivers comfort in a bowl, perfect for chilly evenings. Hearty ingredients blend seamlessly, promising warmth and satisfaction for home cooks who crave simple, delicious meals.
Ingredients
Scale
Proteins:
- 2 cups cooked chicken (shredded or chopped)
Beans and Vegetables:
- 15 ounces (425 grams) white beans (cannellini or Great Northern, rinsed and drained)
- 4 ounces (113 grams) diced green chilies
Liquids and Dairy:
- 2 cups chicken broth (low-sodium)
- 8 ounces (226 grams) cream cheese (full-fat preferred)
Instructions
- In a spacious pot, amalgamate shredded chicken, pristine white beans, zesty green chilies, and robust chicken broth, creating a hearty base for the chili.
- Elevate the mixture to a gentle simmer over medium heat, allowing the flavors to intertwine and develop depth, approximately 15-20 minutes.
- Introduce cream cheese into the simmering concoction, stirring methodically until the cheese dissolves completely, transforming the chili into a luxuriously smooth and velvety texture.
- Meticulously taste and calibrate the seasoning, incorporating salt, pepper, or additional spices to enhance the overall flavor profile.
- Ladle the steaming, creamy white chicken chili into serving bowls, ensuring each portion captures the rich, comforting essence of this delectable dish.
Notes
- Choose boneless, skinless chicken breasts for the leanest and most tender protein in this chili.
- Soften cream cheese at room temperature beforehand to ensure smoother, faster melting into the broth.
- For a lower-fat version, swap full-fat cream cheese with reduced-fat or Greek yogurt to maintain creaminess.
- Add extra heat by including diced jalapeños or a splash of hot sauce if you prefer a spicier chili.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 250 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 400 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0.1 g
- Carbohydrates: 15 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 20 g
- Cholesterol: 45 mg