Description
This Creamy White Chicken Chili is a comforting and flavorful dish featuring tender shredded chicken, great northern beans, and a medley of spices. Enhanced with a creamy texture from sour cream or Greek yogurt, it’s a perfect hearty chili that’s easy to make on the stovetop in just 40 minutes, ideal for cozy dinners any night of the week.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 small yellow onion, chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 1/2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 (4 oz) cans diced green chilies
- 2 (15 oz) cans great northern beans, drained and rinsed
- 2 heaping cups cooked shredded chicken
- 1 cup corn (frozen or fresh)
Spices and Extras
- Ground cumin (1 teaspoon)
- Cayenne pepper (1/4 teaspoon, adjust to taste)
- Oregano (1 teaspoon)
- Paprika (1 teaspoon)
- 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup sour cream or plain Greek yogurt
Instructions
- Sauté Aromatics: In a large pot over medium-high heat, heat the olive oil and sauté the chopped onion for about 3 to 5 minutes until softened. Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds, being careful not to burn the garlic.
- Add Broth and Chilies: Pour in the low-sodium chicken broth and diced green chilies. Stir in the ground cumin, cayenne pepper, oregano, paprika, fresh lime juice, salt, and pepper. Mix well to combine the flavors.
- Add Beans and Corn: Drain and rinse the great northern beans, then add them to the pot along with the corn. Stir everything together gently.
- Optional Creaminess: For extra creaminess, blend a portion of the beans with a splash of the broth in a food processor or blender until smooth, then stir the puree back into the pot with the chili.
- Simmer: Let the chili simmer uncovered on low to medium heat for 15 to 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld and the chili to thicken slightly.
- Finish with Dairy and Chicken: Remove the pot from heat. Stir in the sour cream or plain Greek yogurt until fully incorporated, followed by the cooked shredded chicken, mixing thoroughly to heat through.
- Serve: Serve the creamy white chicken chili hot, garnished with optional toppings such as chopped cilantro, shredded cheese, avocado slices, and tortilla chips according to your preference.
Notes
- Use cooked shredded chicken from rotisserie or leftovers to save time.
- Adjust cayenne pepper quantity to control spiciness.
- For a dairy-free option, substitute sour cream or yogurt with a plant-based alternative.
- Blending part of the beans adds creaminess without cream.
- Serve with warm cornbread or tortilla chips for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: white chicken chili, creamy chili, great northern beans, chicken chili recipe, stovetop chili, hearty chili, easy chicken soup
