Comforting white chicken chili with tender shredded meat, creamy white beans, sweet corn, and gentle spice in a luscious broth.
# What You’ll Need:
→ Proteins
01 - 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
02 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
→ Vegetables
03 - 1 medium yellow onion, diced
04 - 3 cloves garlic, minced
05 - 1 jalapeño pepper, seeded and diced
06 - 1 cup corn kernels, fresh or frozen
07 - 1 can diced green chiles, 4 ounces
→ Beans and Broth
08 - 2 cans white beans, 15 ounces each, drained and rinsed
09 - 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
→ Dairy
10 - 4 ounces cream cheese, softened and cubed
11 - 1/2 cup heavy cream or half-and-half
→ Spices and Seasonings
12 - 1 teaspoon ground cumin
13 - 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
14 - 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
15 - 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
16 - 1 teaspoon salt
17 - 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
→ Garnishes
18 - Fresh cilantro, chopped
19 - Sliced green onions
20 - Shredded Monterey Jack or cheddar cheese
21 - Lime wedges
# Step-by-Step Guide:
01 - Heat olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat until shimmering.
02 - Add diced onion and jalapeño; sauté for 3 to 4 minutes until softened and fragrant.
03 - Stir in minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until aromatic.
04 - Add chicken breasts, white beans, corn, green chiles, chicken broth, cumin, oregano, chili powder, cayenne, salt, and black pepper. Stir to combine thoroughly.
05 - Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer uncovered for 20 to 25 minutes until chicken is cooked through.
06 - Remove chicken from pot and shred with two forks. Return shredded chicken to pot.
07 - Stir in cream cheese and heavy cream; simmer for 5 minutes, stirring until cream cheese is fully melted and chili reaches desired creaminess.
08 - Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Serve hot, garnished with cilantro, green onions, shredded cheese, and lime wedges.
