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The Ultimate Creamy White Chicken Chili with Cream Cheese

A close-up of a white bowl filled with creamy white chicken chili, featuring shredded chicken, white beans, and herbs.
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Make this comforting, creamy white chicken chili using simple ingredients like shredded chicken, white beans, and cream cheese. It is a satisfying, high-protein meal perfect for a quick weeknight dinner.

Ingredients

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  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 large yellow onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional, for mild spice)
  • 4 cups cooked, shredded chicken (rotisserie chicken works well)
  • 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • 2 (15-ounce) cans cannellini beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 (4-ounce) can diced green chiles, undrained
  • 1 cup frozen corn
  • 8 ounces cream cheese, cut into cubes
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream or half-and-half
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • Optional toppings: shredded Monterey Jack cheese, fresh cilantro, lime wedges

Instructions

  1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
  2. Add the minced garlic, cumin, oregano, and cayenne pepper. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  3. Stir in the shredded chicken, chicken broth, rinsed white beans, diced green chiles, and frozen corn. Bring the mixture to a simmer.
  4. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and let it cook for 10 minutes to allow the flavors to blend.
  5. Add the cubed cream cheese to the pot. Stir constantly until the cream cheese has fully melted and the chili is smooth and creamy.
  6. Stir in the heavy cream or half-and-half. Heat through for 2-3 minutes, but do not boil after adding the dairy.
  7. Taste the chili and season generously with salt and black pepper.
  8. Serve hot with your choice of toppings like cheese, cilantro, and a squeeze of lime juice.

Notes

  • For a thicker chili, mash about 1/2 cup of the white beans against the side of the pot before adding the cream cheese.
  • If you prefer a tangier flavor, add 1 tablespoon of fresh lime juice at the end of cooking.
  • This recipe freezes well; cool completely before storing in an airtight container.

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