Delicious White Chicken Chili
Cozy up with a bowl of this **Delicious White Chicken Chili**, a creamy and flavorful twist on classic chili that’s perfect for satisfying cravings on cool days. Packed with tender shredded chicken, hearty cannellini beans, and a zesty kick from diced green chilies, this one-pot meal is seasoned to perfection with cumin, chili powder, and optional cayenne for just the right amount of heat. A luxurious blend of sour cream and softened cream cheese transforms the broth into a rich, velvety base, while fresh cilantro and lime wedges add a vibrant finishing touch. Quick to prepare in just 45 minutes, this comforting chili is ideal for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. Serve it with warm cornbread or tortilla chips for a complete meal your family will love.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 medium Yellow onion, diced
- 3 large Garlic cloves, minced
- 3 cups Cooked chicken, shredded
- 4 cups Chicken broth
- 2 15-ounce cans Cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
- 2 4-ounce cans Green chilies, diced
- 2 teaspoons Ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon Chili powder
- 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
- 0.25 teaspoons Cayenne pepper (optional)
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoons Black pepper
- 0.5 cup Sour cream
- 4 ounces Cream cheese, softened
- 0.25 cup Cilantro, chopped (optional, for garnish)
- 4 pieces Lime wedges (optional, for serving)
Instructions
In a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat, heat olive oil.
Add the diced onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened and translucent.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute, until fragrant.
Add the shredded chicken, chicken broth, cannellini beans, and diced green chilies to the pot.
Stir in the ground cumin, chili powder, dried oregano, cayenne pepper (if using), salt, and black pepper.
Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and simmer for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Stir in sour cream and softened cream cheese until fully melted and incorporated, creating a creamy texture.
Taste and adjust seasonings as needed.
Serve hot, topped with chopped cilantro if desired. Serve with lime wedges on the side for a bright, zesty kick.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
469 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 18.9 g | 24% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.9 g | 39% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 100 mg | 33% | |
| Sodium | 849 mg | 37% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 36.8 g | 13% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.4 g | 30% | |
| Total Sugars | 6.3 g | ||
| Protein | 40.5 g | 81% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 171 mg | 13% | |
| Iron | 5.3 mg | 29% | |
| Potassium | 1018 mg | 22% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
