Creamy White Chili with Chicken
Creamy white chili with chicken is the ultimate comfort food, perfect for chilly evenings or family gatherings. This delightful dish features tender chicken and creamy cannellini beans simmered in a rich broth with a hint of spice, creating a warm hug in every bowl. Top it off with fresh cilantro and a squeeze of lime for a burst of flavor that will have everyone asking for seconds. Easy to prepare and packed with deliciousness, this creamy white chili is sure to become a favorite recipe in your kitchen.
- Author: Nora
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
- 3 cups boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 cans (15 oz each) cannellini beans, rinsed
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 2 tsp cumin
- 1 tbsp chili powder
- 1 cup heavy cream (or half-and-half)
- Juice of 1 lime
- Prepare your ingredients by chopping the onion and mincing the garlic.
- In a large pot over medium heat, add olive oil and sauté the onion until translucent (about 5 minutes). Add garlic and cook for another minute.
- Add chicken breasts and chicken broth to the pot. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15-20 minutes until chicken is cooked through.
- Remove chicken from pot and shred with two forks. Return shredded chicken to pot.
- Stir in rinsed cannellini beans, cumin, and chili powder. Simmer for another 10 minutes.
- Pour in heavy cream and add lime juice just before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: - For added protein, consider swapping in turkey or adding corn for sweetness.
- To make it spicier, include diced jalapeños during cooking.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to four days; reheat gently on the stove.