Ingredients
– 1 lb. boneless, skinless chicken breasts
– 1 tablespoon olive oil
– 1 medium onion, diced
– 3 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 green bell pepper, diced
– 1 can (15 oz.) white beans (such as cannellini or great northern)
– 1 can (4 oz.) diced green chilies
– 2 cups chicken broth
– 1 teaspoon ground cumin
– 1 teaspoon chili powder
– ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
– 1 cup sour cream
– ½ cup cream cheese
– Salt and pepper to taste
– Fresh cilantro for garnish
– Lime wedges for serving
Instructions
Creating your own batch of White Chicken Chili is simple—just follow these steps to achieve the perfect bowl of comfort:
1. Prepare Chicken: In a large saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper, then add to the pan. Cook for about 5-7 minutes on each side until cooked through. Remove from the pan and shred the chicken, then set aside.
2. Sauté Vegetables: In the same saucepan, add the diced onion and green bell pepper. Sauté until they are soft and fragrant, about 4-5 minutes. Add the minced garlic and stir for another minute until fragrant.
3. Combine Ingredients: Stir in the shredded chicken, white beans, diced green chilies, chicken broth, cumin, chili powder, and smoked paprika. Mix everything together.
4. Simmer: Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer. Reduce heat to low and allow to simmer for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
5. Add Creaminess: After simmering, stir in the sour cream and cream cheese until completely blended. It should yield a creamy texture.
6. Adjust Seasoning: Taste and add more salt and pepper as needed. Allow it to simmer for an additional 5 minutes to heat through.
7. Serving Time: Once everything is heated and flavors melded, it’s time to serve!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30-35 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6-8 servings
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Fat: 15g
- Protein: 25g