Description
White Chicken Chili is a creamy and zesty dish that warms you from the inside out. With tender chicken, vibrant spices, and a luscious texture, this comforting recipe transforms simple ingredients into a restaurant-quality meal. Perfect for gatherings or cozy nights in, every bowl offers an experience filled with warmth and flavor. Embrace the rich aromas and delightful taste that will have everyone asking for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 cans (4 oz each) diced green chili peppers
- 8 oz cream cheese (full-fat)
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp chili powder
- Optional: sour cream for topping
Instructions
- Prepare ingredients by dicing onions and mincing garlic.
- In a large pot over medium heat, heat olive oil. Sauté onions until translucent then add garlic.
- Add chicken breasts along with cumin and chili powder; sear until golden brown.
- Pour in chicken broth and diced green chilies, stirring to combine. Simmer gently.
- Cube cream cheese and stir into the pot until melted and creamy.
- Serve hot topped with sour cream if desired, garnished with cilantro or green onions.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (about 1.5 cups)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg