Cozy Up with Creamy White Chicken Chili
This creamy white chicken chili is a comforting dish packed with tender chicken, white beans, and a blend of spices, perfect for chilly evenings.
Ingredients
- 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1 medium onion finely diced
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 can 15 oz white beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can 4 oz diced green chilies
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp chili powder
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Fresh cilantro leaves for garnish
- Lime wedges for serving
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Add the diced onion and sauté until translucent and slightly golden, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in the minced garlic, ground cumin, and chili powder; cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add the chicken breasts and pour in the chicken broth; bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat to low and simmer for 20 minutes until chicken is cooked through.
- Remove chicken, shred it, and return it to the pot.
- Incorporate the white beans and diced green chilies; stir in the heavy cream.
- Simmer for another 10 minutes to meld flavors.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste; adjust consistency with more broth if needed.
- Serve hot, garnished with cilantro and lime wedges.
Notes
Serve with lime wedges for added flavor.