Description
A hearty and flavorful white chicken chili with a creamy texture, perfect for a comforting meal.
Ingredients
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- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
- 4 cups cooked shredded chicken
- 2 (15-ounce) cans cannellini beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 (4-ounce) can diced green chilies
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Optional toppings: shredded cheese, sour cream, chopped cilantro, diced avocado
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat.
- Add onion and cook until softened, about 5-7 minutes.
- Add garlic, cumin, oregano, and cayenne pepper (if using) and cook for 1 minute more until fragrant.
- Stir in shredded chicken, cannellini beans, diced green chilies, and chicken broth.
- Bring to a simmer, then reduce heat and cook for 15-20 minutes, allowing flavors to meld.
- Stir in heavy cream and heat through, but do not boil.
- Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- Serve hot, garnished with your favorite toppings.
Notes
- For a thicker chili, mash some of the cannellini beans against the side of the pot before adding the cream.
- You can use rotisserie chicken for a quicker preparation.
- Adjust the cayenne pepper for your desired level of spice.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1.5 cups
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: creamy white chicken chili, chicken chili, white chili, comfort food, easy chili, hearty chili