This creamy white chicken chili is a flavorful and comforting twist on traditional chili. Packed with tender chicken, white beans, green chilies, and a blend of spices, this dish is perfect for a cozy dinner on a chilly evening.
Ingredients
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cooked and shredded
- 2 cans white beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can diced green chilies
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp chili powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro, for garnish
Directions
- In a large pot, sauté the onion and garlic until fragrant.
- Add the shredded chicken, white beans, green chilies, chicken broth, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper.
- Simmer for 20-25 minutes until the flavors are well combined.
- Stir in the heavy cream and shredded cheese until melted and creamy.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh cilantro.
- Enjoy with a side of cornbread or tortilla chips.
Interesting Facts
White chicken chili is known for its creamy texture and mild spice level.
This dish is a great way to use up leftover chicken or rotisserie chicken.
You can customize the spice level by adjusting the amount of green chilies and chili powder.