Creamy White Chili

Cozy up with a bowl of Creamy White Chili, a comforting fusion of hearty flavors and velvety textures perfect for any occasion! This easy-to-make recipe combines tender diced chicken, great northern beans, and zesty green chilies in a creamy, spiced broth enriched with melted cream cheese and a splash of heavy cream. A hint of cumin, coriander, and oregano adds depth, while fresh cilantro and lime juice provide a refreshing finish. Ready in under an hour, it’s an ideal choice for busy weeknights or gatherings. Serve it with tortilla chips for a satisfying crunch or top it with shredded cheese for an extra layer of indulgence. This one-pot wonder is guaranteed to become a family favorite!

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 pound chicken breasts, diced
• 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 4 cups chicken broth
• 2 4-ounce cans green chilies, diced (canned)
• 3 15-ounce cans great northern beans, drained and rinsed
• 1.5 teaspoons ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 0.5 teaspoons ground coriander
• 0.5 teaspoons chili powder
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
• 8 ounces cream cheese, softened and cubed
• 0.5 cup heavy cream
• 0.25 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
• 1 tablespoon lime juice
• 0.5 cup shredded cheese (optional, for topping)
• 1 bag tortilla chips (optional, for serving)

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Add the diced chicken and cook, stirring occasionally, until browned and cooked through, about 6-8 minutes. Remove the chicken from the pot and set aside.

Step 3

In the same pot, add the chopped onion and sauté until softened, about 4-5 minutes. Add the minced garlic and cook for another 1 minute, stirring constantly.

Step 4

Pour in the chicken broth and stir in the diced green chilies, great northern beans, cumin, oregano, coriander, chili powder, salt, and black pepper. Bring to a gentle simmer.

Step 5

Return the cooked chicken to the pot and simmer for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally to allow the flavors to meld.

Step 6

Reduce the heat to low and add the cream cheese cubes to the pot, stirring frequently until fully melted and incorporated into the chili.

Step 7

Stir in the heavy cream and simmer gently for an additional 5 minutes, being careful not to let it boil.

Step 8

Remove the pot from heat and stir in the chopped cilantro and lime juice to brighten the flavors.

Step 9

Serve warm, garnished with shredded cheese if desired, alongside tortilla chips or your favorite toppings.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3775.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4626.4

Total Fat 239.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 100.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 800.4mg	0%
Sodium 7901.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 362.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 75.2g	0%
Total Sugars 27.8g
Protein 270.3g	0%

Vitamin D 34.7IU	0%
Calcium 1648.8mg	0%
Iron 36.5mg	0%
Potassium 7163.8mg	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: 46.0%

Protein: 23.1%

Carbs: 31.0%