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White Chicken Chili

A cozy and creamy chili loaded with tender chicken, hearty beans, and a gentle kick from green chiles, perfect for chilly evenings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 cups cooked shredded chicken Can use store-bought rotisserie chicken for convenience.
  • 1 can green chiles Adjust the spiciness to taste.
  • 2 cans white beans (such as cannellini or great northern)
  • 4 cups chicken broth Low-fat version can skip heavy cream.
  • 1 large onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 cup heavy cream Can use low-fat cream or skip entirely.
  • to taste Salt and pepper
Toppings
  • shredded cheese For serving.
  • avocado For serving.
  • tortilla chips For serving.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a large pot, sauté the diced onion and minced garlic until they are translucent, about 3-5 minutes.
Cooking
  1. Add the cooked shredded chicken, green chiles, white beans, chicken broth, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Stir well to combine.
  2. Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook for about 20 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
  3. Stir in the heavy cream and let it simmer for an additional 5 minutes.
Serving
  1. Serve hot with your favorite toppings, such as shredded cheese, avocado, or tortilla chips.

Notes

If you have leftovers, store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. You can also freeze portions for up to 3 months. Just make sure to let it cool completely before transferring to a freezer-safe container. Can be made ahead of time, and it tastes even better the next day.