Cha Cha's White Chicken Chili

Warm up your weeknight dinners with Cha Cha's White Chicken Chili, a creamy and flavorful twist on the classic chili recipe that promises to delight your taste buds. Made with tender chunks of seared chicken, hearty white beans, and a burst of flavor from green chilies and a blend of spices like cumin and oregano, this chili stands out for its rich, velvety texture achieved by melted cream cheese and a splash of heavy cream. The addition of sweet corn kernels and optional toppings like shredded Monterey Jack cheese, fresh cilantro, and crispy tortilla chips make it a comforting, crowd-pleasing meal. Ready in just 45 minutes with minimal prep time, this one-pot recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. Whether you're craving a spicy kick or a creamy comfort food dish, this white chicken chili has it all!

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 2 pieces Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 1 medium Yellow onion, diced
• 3 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
• 1 4-ounce can Canned green chilies, diced
• 1 teaspoon Cumin
• 1 teaspoon Oregano
• 0.25 teaspoon Ground cayenne pepper
• 4 cups Chicken broth
• 2 15-ounce cans Canned white beans, drained and rinsed
• 1.5 cups Frozen corn kernels
• 4 ounces Cream cheese, softened
• 0.5 cup Heavy cream
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Cilantro, chopped (optional)
• 0.5 cup Shredded Monterey Jack cheese (optional, for serving)
• 1 cup Tortilla chips (optional, for serving)

Directions

Step 1

Heat olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat.

Step 2

Season the chicken breasts with a pinch of salt and pepper, then add them to the pot. Sear for 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown but not fully cooked. Remove and set aside.

Step 3

In the same pot, add the diced onion. Cook for 3-4 minutes until softened, then stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the canned green chilies, cumin, oregano, and cayenne pepper to the pot. Stir well to combine, and cook for 1-2 minutes.

Step 5

Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a gentle simmer.

Step 6

Cut the chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces and return them to the pot. Add the white beans and corn kernels. Simmer for 15 minutes until the chicken is fully cooked and the flavors meld together.

Step 7

Reduce the heat to low. Stir in the softened cream cheese until fully melted and the broth becomes creamy.

Step 8

Add the heavy cream, salt, and black pepper, stirring to combine. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.

Step 9

Serve hot, garnished with chopped cilantro, shredded Monterey Jack cheese, and tortilla chips if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3131.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3544.8

Total Fat 172.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 71.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 591.3mg	0%
Sodium 7520.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 300.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 56.6g	0%
Total Sugars 37.7g
Protein 209.8g	0%

Vitamin D 15.5IU	0%
Calcium 1205.3mg	0%
Iron 28.6mg	0%
Potassium 5840.7mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 43.2%

Protein: 23.4%

Carbs: 33.4%