Description
White Chicken Chili is a comforting and creamy twist on traditional chili, perfect for cozy evenings or gatherings. This dish features tender shredded chicken, zesty spices, and rich Neufchatel cheese, creating a delightful flavor profile that will warm your soul. Whether served as a main course or paired with your favorite sides, this chili is versatile and can easily be customized with toppings like avocado, cheese, and tortilla chips. Enjoy it as a hearty meal any night of the week!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 small yellow onion, diced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 (14.5 oz) cans low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 (7 oz) can diced green chilies
- 1 ½ teaspoons cumin
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon dried oregano
- ½ teaspoon ground coriander
- ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1 (8 oz) package Neufchatel cheese
- 1 ¼ cups corn (fresh or frozen)
- 2 (15 oz) cans cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
- 2 ½ cups shredded cooked rotisserie chicken
- Juice of 1 lime
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium-high heat, heat olive oil. Sauté the diced onion for about 4 minutes until softened, then add minced garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds.
- Pour in the chicken broth and diced green chilies. Stir in cumin, paprika, oregano, coriander, cayenne pepper, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil; reduce heat to medium-low and let simmer for 15 minutes.
- Optionally puree one cup of beans with a bit of broth until smooth for added creaminess.
- Add Neufchatel cheese, corn, whole beans, and pureed beans to the pot; stir until cheese is melted.
- Mix in shredded chicken and lime juice; taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
- Serve hot with desired toppings such as Monterey Jack cheese or sliced avocado.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: About 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 690mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 60mg