Description

This Creamy White Chicken Chili is the ultimate cozy meal—perfect for easy dinners, chilly nights, or make-ahead lunches. Loaded with tender shredded chicken, hearty beans, sweet corn, and a luxuriously creamy broth, it hits all the right notes for flavor and comfort. Whether you’re looking for a quick dinner idea, a crowd-pleasing game day dish, or a new twist on classic chili, this recipe delivers. It’s rich, satisfying, and just the right amount of spicy. Save this easy recipe for your next comfort food craving—it also makes a great addition to your collection of healthy-ish food ideas, fall soups, and winter dinner recipes.

Ingredients

2 tablespoons olive oil

1 medium onion, chopped

3 cloves garlic, minced

1 teaspoon ground cumin

1 teaspoon dried oregano

1 teaspoon salt

1/2 teaspoon black pepper

2 cups shredded cooked chicken

1 can (15 oz) white beans, drained and rinsed

1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed

1 1/2 cups frozen or canned corn

1 can (4 oz) diced green chiles

3 cups chicken broth

4 oz cream cheese, softened

1/2 cup heavy cream

Fresh cilantro, for garnish

1 avocado, sliced

Instructions

1. In a large pot over medium heat, warm the olive oil. Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.

2. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 1 minute until fragrant.

3. Add the cumin, oregano, salt, and black pepper, stirring to coat the onions.

4. Add the shredded chicken, white beans, black beans, corn, and diced green chiles. Pour in the chicken broth and stir well.

5. Bring the chili to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer for 15–20 minutes.

6. Lower the heat and stir in the cream cheese and heavy cream. Let them melt into the chili, stirring occasionally until smooth.

7. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Remove from heat.

8. Serve hot, topped with fresh cilantro and sliced avocado.

Notes

Let the cream cheese come to room temperature before adding it to avoid clumping.

Use rotisserie chicken to save time and add flavor.

Don’t skip the simmer time—it helps everything meld together beautifully.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Category: Dinner
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 bowl
Calories: 410
Sugar: 3g
Sodium: 740mg
Fat: 22g
Saturated Fat: 10g
Unsaturated Fat: 10g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 28g
Fiber: 6g
Protein: 28g
Cholesterol: 95mg

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