Description
This Creamy White Chicken Chili is a comforting and flavorful dish featuring tender shredded chicken, white beans, and a blend of spices simmered in chicken broth to create a rich, creamy texture. Enhanced with green chilies, lime juice, and a hint of heat from cayenne, this chili is perfect for a hearty meal, easy to prepare on the stovetop, and includes optional toppings for added freshness and crunch.
Ingredients
Scale
Base Ingredients
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups chicken broth
Spices and Flavorings
- 2 (4 oz) cans green chilies
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper (adjust for spice preference)
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tbsp lime juice
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
Main Ingredients
- 2 (15 oz) cans white beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup corn (fresh, canned, or frozen)
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 2 cups cooked, shredded chicken (rotisserie works great)
Instructions
- Sauté Aromatics: Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until softened, about 3-4 minutes. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add Broth and Spices: Pour in the chicken broth along with the green chilies, ground cumin, paprika, cayenne pepper, dried oregano, lime juice, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to combine all the flavors.
- Incorporate Beans and Corn: Mash or blend a portion of the white beans together with some broth to create a thicker consistency. Add this mixture back to the pot along with the remaining whole beans and corn.
- Simmer: Bring the chili to a gentle simmer and cook uncovered for 15-30 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the chili to thicken slightly.
- Finish with Creaminess: Remove the pot from heat. Stir in the sour cream and the cooked, shredded chicken until everything is well combined and creamy.
- Serve: Ladle the chili into bowls and optionally garnish with fresh cilantro, shredded cheese, avocado slices, and tortilla chips for added texture and flavor.
Notes
- Adjust cayenne pepper to control the spice level according to your preference.
- Mashing some beans creates a thicker texture, but you can blend more or less depending on desired consistency.
- Using rotisserie chicken saves time and adds extra flavor.
- Feel free to substitute sour cream with Greek yogurt for a lighter option.
- This chili reheats well and makes great leftovers.
- Add extra toppings such as jalapeños, diced tomatoes, or chopped onions for more variety.
