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Creamy White Chicken Chili

Creamy White Chicken Chili Recipe
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Creamy White Chicken Chili is a comforting dish that brings warmth and flavor to your table. This easy-to-make recipe combines tender chicken, creamy ingredients, and a medley of spices, creating a hearty meal that’s perfect for busy weeknights, cozy gatherings, or game day celebrations. Whether you choose to prepare it on the stovetop, in a slow cooker, or an Instant Pot, this chili is versatile and can be customized with your favorite toppings. Enjoy it topped with fresh cilantro, creamy avocado, or crispy tortilla chips for an extra layer of flavor.

Ingredients

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  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 large sweet onion (peeled and chopped)
  • 3–4 cloves garlic (minced)
  • ¼ cup chopped cilantro
  • 1 tablespoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 ½ pounds boneless chicken breast
  • 30 ounces canned cannellini beans (drained)
  • 7 ounces chopped green chiles (mild or hot)
  • 1 cup frozen corn
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 8 ounces cream cheese (cut into cubes; could be low fat)
  • Possible garnishes: cilantro, scallions, tortilla chips, lime wedges, shredded pepper jack cheese, avocado

Instructions

  1. Gather all ingredients and chop onions and garlic.
  2. In a large pot over medium heat, melt butter and sauté onions and garlic until fragrant (3–5 minutes).
  3. Add the chicken breasts and sprinkle with cumin and oregano; stir well.
  4. Pour in chicken broth, cannellini beans, green chiles, and corn; mix thoroughly.
  5. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 25 minutes until chicken is cooked through.
  6. Shred the chicken using two forks and return it to the pot along with cream cheese; stir until melted.
  7. Adjust seasoning if necessary and serve hot with desired garnishes.

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