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Ultimate Creamy White Chicken Chili Recipe

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Make this ultimate creamy white chicken chili using shredded chicken and cream cheese for a rich, comforting, and easy weeknight dinner. This recipe is simple to follow and delivers deep flavor.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups cooked, shredded chicken (rotisserie chicken works well)
  • 1 (15 ounce) can cannellini beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 (15 ounce) can Great Northern beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 (4 ounce) can diced green chiles, undrained
  • 1 (10 ounce) can diced tomatoes and green chilies (Rotel), undrained
  • 1 cup frozen corn
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 1 (4 ounce) package cream cheese, cubed
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional, for mild heat)
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 small yellow onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced

Instructions

  1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook until soft, about 5 minutes.
  2. Add the minced garlic, cumin, oregano, and cayenne pepper (if using). Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  3. Pour in the chicken broth, diced green chiles, and diced tomatoes and green chilies. Bring the mixture to a simmer.
  4. Stir in the shredded chicken, cannellini beans, Great Northern beans, and corn. Continue to simmer for 10 minutes, allowing the flavors to combine.
  5. Reduce the heat to low. Add the cubed cream cheese, stirring constantly until it is completely melted and the chili is smooth and creamy. Do not let it boil after adding the cream cheese.
  6. Season the chili with salt and pepper to your preference.
  7. Serve hot with your favorite toppings.

Notes

  • For extra creaminess, substitute 1/2 cup of the chicken broth with 1/2 cup of heavy cream or use one can of drained, rinsed creamed corn.
  • If you prefer a thicker chili, mash about 1/2 cup of the white beans against the side of the pot before adding the cream cheese.
  • This recipe works well in a slow cooker; combine all ingredients except the cream cheese in the slow cooker and cook on low for 6 hours. Stir in the cream cheese during the last 30 minutes of cooking.

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