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White Chicken Chili

Creamy White Chicken Chili Ready in Just 25 Minutes

This Creamy White Chicken Chili is a delicious and comforting dish perfect for chilly days, ready in just 25 minutes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 6 bowls
Course: Soups
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil vegetable oil serves as a great substitute if preferred.
  • 1 cup Onion adds sweetness and depth; shallots can provide a milder flavor option.
  • 2 cloves Garlic use fresh minced garlic for robust taste.
  • 4 cups Chicken Broth homemade broth can enhance the flavor.
For the Chili
  • 2 cans Great Northern Beans white navy beans work excellently, too.
  • 1 can Green Chilis omit for a milder dish.
  • 2 cups Shredded Chicken Breasts shredded rotisserie chicken is a fantastic time-saver.
  • 1 cup Corn frozen corn is a great substitute.
  • 1 tablespoon Chili Powder cayenne pepper can amplify the heat.
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cumin coriander can be a milder alternative.
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano Italian seasoning can also work well.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper
For Creaminess
  • ½ cup Sour Cream Greek yogurt can be swapped in.
  • ¼ cup Cornmeal omit if you prefer a thinner consistency.

Equipment

  • Large pot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add chopped onion and sauté until translucent.
  2. Stir in minced garlic and cook until fragrant.
  3. Pour in chicken broth, add beans, green chilis, shredded chicken, corn, chili powder, cumin, and oregano. Stir and bring to a boil.
  4. Reduce heat to low and simmer uncovered for about 10 minutes.
  5. Mix sour cream with a ladleful of hot chili, then stir back into the pot.
  6. Adjust seasonings with salt and black pepper. Add cornmeal if a thicker consistency is desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 25gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 10gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 90mgIron: 3mg

Notes

To preserve the creamy texture, store leftovers in an airtight container. Reheat gently to maintain consistency.

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