Creamy White Chicken Chili
A comforting and creamy chili featuring shredded chicken, white beans, and green chiles for a delightful weeknight dinner.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Southwestern
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
- 1 cup cooked shredded chicken
- 1 can white beans (like cannellini or great northern), drained and rinsed
- 1 can diced green chiles
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream or sour cream
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chopped cilantro or green onions for garnish
Instructions
- Combine the shredded chicken, white beans, diced green chiles, and chicken broth in a pot.
- Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer over medium heat.
- Stir in the heavy cream or sour cream, along with the ground cumin, garlic powder, and onion powder.
- Adjust the seasoning with salt and pepper based on your preference.
- Let the chili simmer for an additional 10-15 minutes until heated through.
- Serve hot in bowls, garnished with chopped cilantro or green onions.
Notes
For a lighter option, substitute heavy cream with sour cream or a plant-based alternative. Leftovers taste even better the next day.