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Easy White Chicken Chili

A creamy and flavorful white chicken chili that's easy to prepare and perfect for a cozy dinner.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course, Soup
Cuisine: American, Mexican
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Chili Base
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil for sautéing
  • 1 medium onion diced
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • ½ teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 can white beans drained and rinsed
  • 1 can green chilies diced
  • 4 cups chicken broth low sodium recommended
  • 2 cups cooked chicken shredded or diced
  • 1 cup heavy cream or half-and-half
  • 1 cup corn frozen or canned
  • 1 teaspoon salt to taste
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper to taste
For Garnish
  • ¼ cup fresh cilantro chopped
  • ½ cup sour cream optional
  • 1 cup shredded cheese cheddar or Monterey Jack

Method
 

Prepare the Base
  1. In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. This helps to sauté the onions and garlic, releasing their flavors.
  2. Add the diced onion and sauté for about 5 minutes, or until the onion is translucent.
  3. Stir in the minced garlic, cumin, chili powder, and oregano. Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
Combine Ingredients
  1. Add the drained white beans, diced green chilies, chicken broth, shredded chicken, and corn to the pot. Stir well to combine all ingredients.
  2. Bring the mixture to a simmer, then reduce the heat to low. Allow it to cook for about 20 minutes, stirring occasionally. This allows the flavors to meld together.
Finish the Chili
  1. Stir in the heavy cream, salt, and black pepper. Adjust seasoning to taste. Let it simmer for another 5 minutes.
  2. Remove from heat and let it cool slightly before serving. This helps to thicken the chili.
Serve
  1. Ladle the chili into bowls and garnish with chopped cilantro, diced avocado, a dollop of sour cream, and shredded cheese.
  2. Serve warm with tortilla chips or crusty bread on the side for a complete meal.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 30gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 8gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 3mg

Notes

This chili can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. It also freezes well for up to 3 months. Reheat gently on the stove before serving.

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