White Chicken Chili:
This White Chicken Chili is a creamy, hearty dish with tender shredded chicken, white beans, and subtle spices. It's quick to make, perfect for cozy dinners, and can be made on the stovetop or slow cooker for convenience.
Ingredients
- 1.5 lbs boneless skinless chicken thighs
- 1 yellow onion diced
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 1 jalapeño deseeded and diced
- 3 cups chicken broth
- 1 can 15 oz pinto beans, drained
- 2 cans 15 oz each cannellini beans, drained
- 1 can 7 oz diced green chiles
- 1 cup frozen corn kernels
- 4 oz cream cheese cubed
- ½ cup sour cream
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp cumin
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- ¼ tsp cayenne pepper
- ¼ tsp smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh cilantro and lime wedges for garnish
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Sauté onion, garlic, and jalapeño until soft.
- Add chicken thighs, beans, green chiles, spices, and chicken broth. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer for 30 minutes.
- Remove chicken, shred with forks, then return to pot.
- Stir in corn, cream cheese, and sour cream until melted and creamy.
- Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper. Heat through and serve garnished with cilantro and lime wedges.
Notes
Use chicken breasts instead of thighs if preferred; add extra jalapeño for more heat; sour cream can be substituted with Greek yogurt for a lighter option.