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Classic White Chicken Chili Recipe

Classic White Chicken Chili Recipe
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This Classic White Chicken Chili is a comforting and creamy dish perfect for a cozy night in. Loaded with tender chicken, beans, and flavorful spices, this easy recipe is sure to become a family favorite.

Ingredients

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For the chili:

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 medium onion (diced)
  • 2 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts (cubed or shredded)
  • 1 can (4 oz) diced green chiles
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 cans (15 oz each) cannellini or great northern beans (drained and rinsed)
  • 3 cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1 cup frozen or canned corn

For serving:

  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream or half-and-half
  • juice of 1/2 lime

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil: In a large pot over medium heat, add olive oil.
  2. Sauté onions: Add diced onion and sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.
  3. Cook chicken: Stir in garlic and cook for 1 minute. Add chicken and cook until no longer pink on the outside.
  4. Add seasonings and beans: Stir in green chiles, cumin, oregano, chili powder, coriander, salt, and pepper. Add beans, chicken broth, and corn.
  5. Simmer: Bring to a simmer, then reduce heat and cook for 20 minutes.
  6. Finish: Remove from heat and stir in sour cream, heavy cream, and lime juice. Adjust seasoning and serve warm with optional toppings.

Notes

  • For extra creaminess, mash some of the beans before adding them to the pot.
  • This chili works great with leftover rotisserie chicken.
  • To make it spicier, add a diced jalapeño or more chili powder.

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