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White Chicken Chili (Best Ever!)

Best Ever White Chicken Chili Recipe


  • Author: Emily Parker
  • Total Time: 30 mins
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x
  • Diet: Low Fat

Description

A hearty and flavorful white chicken chili with tender chicken, creamy beans, and a blend of spices.


Ingredients

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  • 1 small yellow onion, diced
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, finely minced
  • 2 (14.5 oz) cans low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1 (7 oz) can diced green chilies
  • 1 1/2 tsp cumin
  • 1/2 tsp paprika
  • 1/2 tsp dried oregano
  • 1/2 tsp ground coriander
  • 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
  • salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 1 (8 oz) pkg Neufchatel cheese (aka light cream cheese), cut into small cubes
  • 1 1/4 cup frozen or fresh corn
  • 2 (15 oz) cans cannellini beans
  • 2 1/2 cups shredded cooked rotisserie or left-over chicken
  • 1 tbsp fresh lime juice
  • 2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro, plus more for serving
  • Tortilla chips or strips, monterrey jack cheese, sliced avocado for serving

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
  2. Add diced onion and cook until softened, about 3 minutes.
  3. Stir in minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds.
  4. Pour in chicken broth, green chilies, cumin, paprika, oregano, coriander, cayenne, salt, and pepper.
  5. Bring to a simmer and cook for 10 minutes.
  6. Add Neufchatel cheese cubes and stir until melted.
  7. Mix in corn, cannellini beans, and shredded chicken.
  8. Simmer for 5 minutes.
  9. Stir in lime juice and fresh cilantro.
  10. Serve with tortilla chips, monterrey jack cheese, and sliced avocado.

Notes

  • Use rotisserie chicken for quick prep.
  • Adjust cayenne pepper for desired spice level.
  • Garnish with extra cilantro for freshness.
  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 20 mins
  • Category: Soup
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 480mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 28g
  • Fiber: 6g
  • Protein: 24g
  • Cholesterol: 65mg

Keywords: white chicken chili, easy chili recipe, creamy chicken chili