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Creamy White Chicken Chili

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A comforting, mild chili recipe using white beans and chicken, perfect for a cozy weeknight meal.

Ingredients

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  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 large yellow onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1/2 tsp dried oregano
  • 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper (optional, for slight heat)
  • 4 cups cooked chicken, shredded (rotisserie works well)
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 1 (15 oz) can cannellini beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 (15 oz) can Great Northern beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 (4 oz) can diced green chiles, undrained
  • 4 oz cream cheese, cut into cubes
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream or half-and-half
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the onion and cook until soft, about 5 minutes.
  2. Add the garlic, cumin, oregano, and cayenne pepper (if using). Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  3. Stir in the shredded chicken, chicken broth, cannellini beans, Great Northern beans, and diced green chiles. Bring the mixture to a simmer.
  4. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and let the chili cook for 15 minutes, allowing the flavors to combine.
  5. Remove the pot from the heat. Stir in the cream cheese cubes until they melt completely into the broth.
  6. Stir in the heavy cream or half-and-half. Season with salt and pepper to your taste.
  7. Simmer gently for another 5 minutes until the chili is heated through and creamy. Serve hot.

Notes

  • For a thicker chili, mash about 1 cup of the beans against the side of the pot before adding the cream.
  • Serve this white bean chicken chili topped with shredded Monterey Jack cheese, fresh cilantro, and a squeeze of lime juice.
  • If you want a richer flavor, use low-sodium chicken broth and adjust the final salt content.

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