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Creamy White Chicken Chili Recipe Easy Homemade with Velvety Cream Cheese

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A cozy and comforting creamy white chicken chili made with tender chicken, white beans, green chilies, and velvety cream cheese. Perfect for chilly nights and easy weeknight dinners.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded (rotisserie chicken recommended)
  • 2 cans (15 oz each) great northern or cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 can (4 oz) diced green chilies (mild or hot)
  • 3 cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • 4 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1 small yellow onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1/2 tsp dried oregano
  • 1/2 tsp chili powder
  • 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper (optional)
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1/4 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt (optional, for serving)
  • A handful fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Finely chop the onion and mince the garlic. Shred the cooked chicken into bite-sized pieces. Open and drain the beans and green chilies.
  2. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil over medium heat in a Dutch oven or heavy-bottomed pot. Add the onion and cook until translucent and soft, about 4 minutes. Add the garlic and cook another minute until fragrant.
  3. Stir in cumin, oregano, chili powder, and cayenne pepper. Toast the spices with the aromatics for about a minute.
  4. Pour in the chicken broth, then add the drained beans, green chilies, and shredded chicken. Stir well to combine.
  5. Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer uncovered for 15-20 minutes to meld flavors and slightly thicken the broth.
  6. Cut the softened cream cheese into small cubes. Add it gradually to the chili, stirring after each addition until fully melted and incorporated, creating a smooth and creamy texture.
  7. Taste and season with salt and freshly ground black pepper. Add extra heat if desired with hot sauce or cayenne pepper.
  8. Ladle chili into bowls and top with a dollop of sour cream or Greek yogurt and a sprinkle of fresh cilantro. Optionally, add tortilla chips or crushed corn chips for crunch.

Notes

Use full-fat cream cheese for best texture. For dairy-free, substitute with vegan cream cheese and coconut milk. If chili is too thick, add chicken broth; if too thin, simmer longer. Softening cream cheese gradually prevents curdling. Rotisserie chicken saves time and adds flavor.

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