Description
This creamy and comforting White Chicken Chili is a flavorful twist on traditional chili, featuring tender shredded chicken, white beans, and a mild blend of spices simmered in a rich, creamy broth. Ready in just 30 minutes, it’s a perfect hearty meal for any day of the week.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pound cooked chicken, shredded
- 1 can (15 oz) white beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can (4 oz) diced green chiles
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil: In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat to prepare for cooking the chicken and layering flavors.
- Cook chicken: Add the shredded cooked chicken to the pot and sauté for 2 minutes, allowing it to warm through and absorb some of the oil.
- Add beans and spices: Stir in the drained white beans, diced green chiles, chicken broth, ground cumin, chili powder, and garlic powder, mixing well to combine all the ingredients evenly.
- Simmer chili: Bring the mixture to a simmer and let it cook uncovered for about 15 minutes, which helps the flavors meld together and the chili thicken slightly.
- Add cream and cilantro: Pour in the heavy cream and stir in the chopped cilantro, cooking for an additional 5 minutes to enrich the chili and blend the creamy texture with fresh herb flavor.
- Season and serve: Taste the chili and season with salt and pepper as preferred. Serve the chili hot for a comforting and delicious meal.
Notes
- Use cooked chicken to save time; rotisserie chicken works well for ease and flavor.
- For a lighter version, substitute heavy cream with half-and-half or coconut milk.
- Adjust the diced green chiles quantity based on your heat preference.
- Add extra toppings like shredded cheese, avocado slices, or tortilla chips for added texture and flavor.
- This chili can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheats well on the stovetop or microwave.
