This creamy and flavorful White Chili III recipe is the ultimate comfort food for chilly nights. Made with tender chicken, white beans, and a blend of spices, this chili is packed with savory flavors. The addition of cream cheese gives it a rich and creamy texture that is sure to satisfy your taste buds. Perfectly seasoned and easy to make, this chili is a crowd-pleaser and a great option for weeknight dinners or gatherings with friends and family.
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 jalapeno pepper, seeds and ribs removed, finely chopped
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into small chunks
- 2 teaspoons cumin
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 2 (15.5-ounce) cans white beans, rinsed and drained
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened and cubed
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 1 lime, juiced
Directions
- In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat.
- Add the onion, garlic, and jalapeno pepper. Cook until the onion is translucent and the vegetables are fragrant, about 5 minutes.
- Add the chicken chunks and cook until lightly browned, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in the cumin, oregano, coriander, cayenne pepper, salt, and pepper. Cook for an additional 2 minutes to toast the spices.
- Add the white beans and chicken broth to the pot. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer for 20 minutes.
- Using a slotted spoon, remove about 1 cup of the mixture from the pot and transfer it to a blender or food processor. Puree until smooth.
- Return the pureed mixture back to the pot and stir well to combine.
- Add the cream cheese, sour cream, cilantro, and lime juice to the pot. Stir until the cream cheese is melted and the chili is creamy.
- Taste and adjust the seasoning if needed.
- Serve the white chili hot, garnished with additional cilantro and a squeeze of lime juice.
Interesting Facts
White chili is a variation of traditional chili that replaces the red meat with chicken and uses white beans instead of kidney beans.
Cream cheese adds a luscious and creamy texture to the chili while enhancing the overall flavor.
This chili can be easily customized by adding toppings such as shredded cheese, diced avocado, or tortilla strips for extra flavor and crunch.
Leftover white chili makes a delicious filling for tacos or a topping for baked potatoes.