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Deliciously Creamy White Chicken Chili

Deliciously Creamy White Chicken Chili

This Deliciously Creamy White Chicken Chili is a comforting dish that combines rich flavors and tender chicken, perfect for any occasion.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 bowl
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 547

Ingredients
  

Base ingredients
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced or grated
  • 2 medium poblano peppers, seeded and chopped
  • 1 medium jalapeño, seeded and chopped
  • 2 teaspoons ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
  • kosher salt (to taste)
  • black pepper (to taste)
  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
  • 4-6 cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • 4 ounces cream cheese, at room temperature
  • 1 can white beans, drained
  • 1/2 cup salsa verde
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/2 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • avocado
  • cheddar cheese (for serving)
  • yogurt (for serving)
  • lime zest and juice (for serving)

Equipment

  • Large pot

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add chopped onion, garlic, poblano peppers, and jalapeño (if using). Sauté until softened.
  2. Stir in ground cumin, smoked paprika, chili powder, kosher salt, and black pepper.
  3. Add chicken to the pot and pour in chicken broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer until chicken is cooked through.
  4. Remove chicken from the pot, shred it, and return it to the pot.
  5. Stir in cream cheese until melted and well combined.
  6. Add white beans, salsa verde, and shredded cheddar cheese. Mix until heated through.
  7. Serve with toppings of avocado, additional cheddar cheese, yogurt, and lime zest and juice.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 547kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 38gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 95mgSodium: 820mgPotassium: 780mgFiber: 6gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 900IUVitamin C: 45mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Customization is key! Feel free to swap chicken for turkey or add vegetables. This chili is even better the next day, so make extra for leftovers.

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