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White Chicken Chili

White Chicken Chili

White Chicken Chili is a comforting, creamy one-pot meal made with tender chicken, white beans, mild spices, and a smooth broth. Known for its gentle flavor and dependable results, this chili is easy to prepare, easy to serve, and ideal for family meals, make-ahead cooking, or cozy evenings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 420
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Chili Base
  • 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 medium onion chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 cans white beans drained and rinsed
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 1 can diced green chilies
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon ground oregano
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt
  • 0.25 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 8 ounces cream cheese softened

Equipment

  • Large pot

Method
 

    1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
    2. Add chopped onion and cook until softened, then stir in minced garlic and cook until fragrant.
    3. Add chicken breasts and cook gently until fully cooked through.
    4. Remove chicken from the pot, shred into bite-sized pieces, and set aside.
    5. Return shredded chicken to the pot and add white beans, chicken broth, diced green chilies, cumin, oregano, salt, and black pepper.
    6. Stir well and simmer for 15–20 minutes so flavors combine.
    7. Add cream cheese and stir gently until fully melted and smooth.
    8. Reduce heat and simmer briefly until the chili thickens slightly.
    9. Serve warm.

Notes

Keep heat low when adding cream cheese to prevent separation. The chili will thicken naturally as it rests.