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Creamy White Chicken Chili Recipe Perfect for Cold Nights

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This creamy white chicken chili is warm, hearty, and packed with flavor, making it the ultimate comfort food for cold nights. It’s easy to make, endlessly customizable, and always a crowd-pleaser.

Ingredients

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  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
  • 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1 yellow or white onion, diced finely
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 can (4 ounces) diced green chilies
  • 2 cans (15 ounces each) Great Northern beans or cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup frozen or canned sweet corn, drained
  • 8 ounces full-fat cream cheese, softened to room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon oregano
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Optional toppings: shredded cheese, sour cream, fresh cilantro, jalapeños, tortilla chips

Instructions

  1. Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add diced onions and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.
  2. Add minced garlic and cook for another minute, stirring frequently to avoid burning.
  3. Place the chicken breasts or thighs into the pot and pour in the chicken broth. Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce to a simmer. Let the chicken cook for 15-20 minutes or until fully cooked.
  4. Remove the chicken from the pot and shred it using two forks. Set aside.
  5. To the simmering broth, add the green chilies, drained beans, corn, and shredded chicken. Stir well to combine.
  6. Add the spices: cumin, oregano, chili powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Adjust the seasoning to taste.
  7. Lower the heat and stir in the softened cream cheese until it melts completely into the broth, creating a creamy base.
  8. Simmer the chili for another 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally to ensure everything is well incorporated.
  9. Serve hot with your favorite toppings like shredded cheese, sour cream, and fresh cilantro. Don’t forget the tortilla chips for some crunch!

Notes

[‘Use a rotisserie chicken to save time.’, ‘If cream cheese isn’t melting easily, whisk it with a small amount of hot broth before adding it to the pot.’, ‘Customize the spice level by adding more chili powder or diced jalapeños.’, ‘This chili tastes even better the next day as the flavors meld.’]

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Keywords: Creamy white chicken chili, comfort food, cold nights, easy dinner, hearty chili

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