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Creamy White Chicken Chili Recipe

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings 6 servings
Calories 350
A hearty and creamy white chicken chili perfect for cozy meals, packed with flavorful spices and toppings.

Ingredients

olive oil

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

vegetable

  • 1 small yellow onion (chopped (about ½ cup))

garlic

  • 2 cloves garlic cloves (finely minced (or 1 ½ teaspoons garlic powder))
  • 2.5 cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • 2 4 oz cans diced green chilies
  • 1.5 teaspoons ground cumin
  • 0.25 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 0.5 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 0.5 teaspoon paprika
  • 0.5 small lime (juice from)
  • to taste salt and freshly ground black pepper
  • 2 15 oz cans great northern beans (drained and rinsed)
  • 1 cup sour cream (or plain Greek yogurt)
  • 1 cup corn (frozen or fresh)
  • 2 heaping cups cooked chicken (shredded (rotisserie or left-over chicken*))

garnishes

  • fresh cilantro
  • shredded cheese
  • tortilla chips
  • green onions
  • avocado (sliced for garnish)

Instructions 

  • Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Sauté onion until softened, then add garlic and cook briefly.
  • Add broth, chilies, spices, lime juice, and season with salt and pepper. Simmer for 15-30 minutes.
  • Puree a portion of beans with broth, then add whole beans and corn. Cook for another 15 minutes.
  • Remove from heat, stir in sour cream and shredded chicken. Serve topped with cilantro, cheese, avocado, and chips.

Notes

For extra creaminess, puree some beans. Adjust seasoning to taste.
Calories: 350kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Chicken, Chili, Comfort Food