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Creamy White Chicken Chili Recipe

Creamy White Chicken Chili Recipe

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Creamy White Chicken Chili is a delightful comfort food that will warm your soul on chilly evenings. This hearty dish features tender chicken, creamy beans, and zesty green chiles, making it a satisfying meal for family gatherings or cozy nights in. With options to make it on the stovetop, in a slow cooker, or using an Instant Pot, this versatile recipe adapts to your schedule effortlessly. Customize the heat level and toppings to suit your taste—whether it’s fresh cilantro, avocado, or crispy tortilla chips.

Ingredients

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  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 large sweet onion (chopped)
  • 34 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 1 ½ pounds boneless chicken breast
  • 30 ounces canned cannellini beans (drained)
  • 7 ounces chopped green chiles
  • 1 cup frozen corn
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 8 ounces cream cheese

Instructions

  1. In a large pot over medium heat, melt butter and sauté chopped onion until translucent. Add minced garlic and cook until fragrant.
  2. Stir in ground cumin and dried oregano before adding boneless chicken breasts. Cook until no longer pink.
  3. Mix in drained cannellini beans, chopped green chiles, frozen corn, and chicken broth. Bring to a boil.
  4. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 25 minutes until chicken is fully cooked.
  5. Shred the chicken using two forks and return to the pot. Gradually stir in cream cheese until melted and smooth.
  6. Serve hot with garnishes such as cilantro, scallions, tortilla chips, lime wedges, shredded cheese, or avocado.

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