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Creamy White Chicken Chili - White chicken chili: master this creamy, hearty recipe with tender chicken and beans. A comforting, easy meal perfect for any night

Creamy White Chicken Chili

White chicken chili: master this creamy, hearty recipe with tender chicken and beans. A comforting, easy meal perfect for any night. Try it!
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 8
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

  • 1 yellow onion, diced
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 jalapeño, diced
  • 1 ½ lbs. boneless, skinless chicken thighs
  • 2 cans cannellini beans, drained
  • 1 can pinto beans, drained
  • 1 can diced green chiles
  • 1 tbsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp dried oregano

Method
 

  1. Dice the onion and mince the garlic. Deseed and dice the jalapeño. Sauté in olive oil until onions soften.
  2. Add chicken thighs, cannellini beans, pinto beans, green chiles, cumin, oregano, and chicken broth. Stir to combine.
  3. Cover and bring to a boil over medium-high heat.
  4. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  5. Remove chicken, shred, and return to the pot with corn. Stir to combine.
  6. Stir in cream cheese until melted, then add sour cream. Smash some beans to thicken.
  7. Serve hot with your favorite toppings.

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Notes

- Use chicken thighs for maximum flavor and tenderness.
- Don't skip smashing some beans against the pot's side for natural thickening.
- Taste and adjust seasoning before serving; add more salt, pepper, or heat as needed.
- Serve with toppings like shredded cheese, cilantro, or a dollop of sour cream.
Nutrition information is an estimate, calculated automatically. Values vary with brands, substitutions and portion sizes.