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Creamy One-Pot White Chicken Chili

A close-up of a bowl filled with creamy white chicken chili, featuring shredded white chicken and white beans.
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Make this easy, creamy white chicken chili for a comforting, hearty meal. It comes together quickly in one pot, perfect for busy weeknights or game day gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, cooked and shredded
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 large yellow onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 (4 ounce) can diced green chilies, undrained
  • 1 (15 ounce) can cannellini beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 (15 ounce) can great northern beans, rinsed and drained
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional, for a little heat)
  • 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, sour cream, fresh cilantro, avocado

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, and oregano. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  3. Stir in the diced green chilies, cannellini beans, great northern beans, and chicken broth. Bring the mixture to a simmer.
  4. Add the shredded cooked chicken to the pot. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and let it simmer for 15 minutes so the flavors combine.
  5. Stir in the cream cheese cubes until they are completely melted and the chili becomes creamy.
  6. Pour in the heavy cream or half-and-half and stir well. Season with salt, pepper, and cayenne pepper if using.
  7. Continue to heat gently until the chili is hot throughout, but do not let it boil after adding the cream.
  8. Serve hot with your favorite toppings. This recipe is a great alternative to complicated meal planning when you need something fast.

Notes

  • For a slow cooker version, combine all ingredients except the cream cheese and heavy cream in the slow cooker. Cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours. Stir in the cream cheese and heavy cream during the last 30 minutes of cooking.
  • If you are looking for quick weeknight dinners, prepare the shredded chicken ahead of time.
  • If you are interested in low-carb options, this chili works well with a keto meal plan delivery approach by omitting the beans.
  • Find more cozy comfort food ideas like this one on our Pinterest page.

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