Pampered Chef Microwave White Chicken Chili
Transform your weeknight dinner routine with this quick and creamy Pampered Chef Microwave White Chicken Chili, ready in just 25 minutes! This hearty and flavorful recipe combines shredded chicken, tender Great Northern beans, and zesty salsa verde for a satisfying chili with a Tex-Mex twist. Elevating the dish is a luscious blend of cream cheese and shredded Monterey Jack, creating a velvety texture that pairs perfectly with the bold spices of cumin and chili powder. Made entirely in the microwave, this easy white chicken chili is ideal for busy evenings or a cozy last-minute meal. Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve with crunchy tortilla chips for dipping to complete this comforting, crowd-pleasing dish. Perfect for chili lovers looking for a speedy twist!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups (shredded or cubed) Cooked chicken breast
- 2 cans (15.5 oz each, drained and rinsed) Great Northern beans
- 1 cup Chicken broth
- 1 cup Salsa verde
- 1 can (4 oz) Canned diced green chilies
- 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon Chili powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 4 oz (softened) Cream cheese
- 1 cup Shredded Monterey Jack or cheddar cheese
- 0.25 cup (optional, for garnish) Chopped fresh cilantro
- (optional, for serving) Tortilla chips or crackers
Instructions
In a large microwave-safe bowl, combine the shredded or cubed cooked chicken breast, Great Northern beans, chicken broth, salsa verde, diced green chilies, ground cumin, chili powder, garlic powder, and salt. Stir to combine.
Cover the bowl loosely with a microwave-safe lid or plastic wrap, leaving a small vent for steam to escape.
Microwave the mixture on high for 5-7 minutes, stirring halfway through, until the mixture is heated through and bubbly.
Remove the bowl from the microwave and stir in the softened cream cheese until fully melted and incorporated into the chili. This will thicken the soup and add creaminess.
Microwave the chili for an additional 2-3 minutes, if needed, to ensure everything is evenly heated.
Stir in the shredded Monterey Jack or cheddar cheese until melted and mixed into the chili.
Taste and adjust seasoning as needed, adding more salt or spices to your preference.
Ladle the chili into bowls and garnish with chopped fresh cilantro, if desired. Serve with tortilla chips or crackers on the side for dipping.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
517 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 24.6 g | 32% | |
| Saturated Fat | 12.7 g | 64% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 121 mg | 40% | |
| Sodium | 1112 mg | 48% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 34.3 g | 12% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.5 g | 30% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.7 g | ||
| Protein | 40.7 g | 81% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 334 mg | 26% | |
| Iron | 4.2 mg | 24% | |
| Potassium | 805 mg | 17% | |
*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.
