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Bowl of creamy White Chicken Chili topped with shredded cheese, cilantro, and lime wedges.

The Best White Chicken Chili Recipe – Creamy, Hearty, and Comforting


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  • Author: sofia
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Description

This White Chicken Chili is a comforting and flavorful dish featuring tender chicken, great Northern beans, mild green chiles, and a creamy touch of sour cream. Perfect for a cozy meal, it blends simple ingredients with aromatic spices to create a hearty chili that’s both satisfying and easy to prepare.


Ingredients

Main Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 large onion, diced
  • 1 tablespoon minced garlic (about 3 cloves)
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 2 (14-ounce) cans great Northern beans, drained
  • 2 (4-ounce) cans mild green chiles with juices
  • 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, diced
  • 1 cup corn kernels

Spices

  • 2 teaspoons chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • ½ teaspoon dried oregano
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper

Additional

  • ⅔ cup sour cream


Instructions

  1. Sauté Aromatics: Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add diced onions and cook for about 4 minutes until softened and translucent. Add minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  2. Add Ingredients and Simmer: Pour in chicken broth, then add beans, green chiles with juices, diced chicken, and corn. Season with chili powder, cumin, oregano, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer for 10 minutes or until chicken is cooked through.
  3. Incorporate Sour Cream: Mix ½ cup of hot chili into the sour cream, then stir it back into the pot. Combine until creamy and smooth. Serve hot and enjoy!

Notes

  • For a spicier chili, use medium or hot green chiles instead of mild.
  • To thicken the chili, mash some of the beans before adding them.
  • Garnish with cilantro, shredded cheese, or diced avocado for extra flavor.
  • Leftovers keep up to 3 days refrigerated or 2 months frozen.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American