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Creamy White Chicken Chili

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A hearty and creamy white chicken chili recipe, perfect for a cozy meal. This one-pot dish features tender chicken, white beans, and green chiles, topped with your favorite garnishes.

Ingredients

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  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 2 (15 oz) cans cannellini beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 (4 oz) can diced green chiles
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup half-and-half or heavy cream
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro (optional)
  • Optional toppings: shredded cheese, sour cream, avocado, tortilla strips, lime wedges

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
  2. Add garlic and cook for 1 minute more until fragrant.
  3. Add chicken pieces, cumin, oregano, salt, and pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, until chicken is lightly browned on all sides.
  4. Stir in the cannellini beans and diced green chiles.
  5. Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a simmer. Reduce heat to low, cover, and cook for 20 minutes, or until chicken is cooked through.
  6. Remove chicken from the pot and shred it with two forks. Return the shredded chicken to the pot.
  7. Stir in the half-and-half or heavy cream. Heat gently until warmed through, but do not boil.
  8. Stir in fresh cilantro, if using.
  9. Serve hot, garnished with your favorite toppings.

Notes

  • For a thicker chili, mash some of the cannellini beans against the side of the pot before adding the cream.
  • Adjust the amount of green chiles to control the heat level.
  • This chili can be made ahead of time and reheated. It also freezes well.
  • Consider serving with a side of cornbread for a complete meal.
  • For a dairy-free option, use full-fat coconut milk instead of half-and-half or heavy cream.

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