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Creamy White Chicken Chili Recipe

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This Creamy White Chicken Chili is a hearty, comforting dish made with tender shredded chicken, white beans, and a flavorful blend of green chilies, spices, and creamy broth. It’s the perfect cozy meal for chilly nights, ready in under 30 minutes, and topped with your favorite garnishes like avocado, cheese, or tortilla strips.

Ingredients

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  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • ½ teaspoon smoked paprika (optional)
  • ½ teaspoon dried oregano
  • ½ teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 cups cooked, shredded chicken (rotisserie works great)
  • 2 cans (400 g/14 oz each) white beans, drained and rinsed (cannellini or Great Northern beans)
  • 1 can (300 g/10 oz) diced green chilies
  • 4 cups (1 liter) chicken broth
  • 1 cup (240 ml) heavy cream or half-and-half
  • 115 g (4 oz) cream cheese, softened and cubed
  • 1 cup (100 g) shredded Monterey Jack cheese

Toppings (Optional):

  • Fresh cilantro, chopped
  • Sliced jalapeños
  • Diced avocado
  • Crushed tortilla chips
  • Lime wedges

Instructions

1. Sauté the aromatics:

  • Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
  • Add chopped onion and cook until soft, about 3-4 minutes.
  • Add minced garlic, cumin, chili powder, smoked paprika, oregano, salt, and pepper. Stir until fragrant, about 1 minute.

2. Build the chili base:

  • Stir in shredded chicken, white beans, green chilies, and chicken broth.
  • Bring to a simmer and cook for 15-20 minutes to allow the flavors to blend.

3. Make it creamy:

  • Add cream cheese, stirring until fully melted and smooth.
  • Stir in heavy cream and shredded Monterey Jack cheese, cooking for an additional 5 minutes until the chili is creamy and slightly thickened.

4. Serve:

  • Ladle into bowls and garnish with your favorite toppings like avocado, cilantro, tortilla chips, or jalapeños.
  • Squeeze fresh lime juice over the top for extra brightness.

Notes

  • For a thicker chili, mash some of the beans with a fork before adding them to the pot.
  • Swap heavy cream for Greek yogurt or a dairy-free alternative for a lighter version.
  • Add extra heat with diced jalapeños or a dash of hot sauce.

Find it online: https://ukfinda.com/creamy-white-chicken-chili-recipe/