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Easy Creamy White Chicken Chili: Comfort Food for Weeknights

A close-up of creamy white chicken soup topped with shredded white chicken, white beans, and fresh thyme.
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You need a comforting meal that comes together fast. This easy white chicken chili delivers tender shredded chicken and a rich, creamy broth using simple ingredients. It is a high protein dinner perfect for busy families.

Ingredients

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  • 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, cooked and shredded
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 2 (15 ounce) cans cannellini beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 (4 ounce) can diced green chilies, undrained
  • 1 (10 ounce) can diced tomatoes and green chilies (Rotel), undrained
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
  • 8 ounces cream cheese, cut into cubes
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream or half-and-half
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Place the shredded chicken, onion, cannellini beans, diced green chilies, Rotel, chicken broth, cumin, oregano, garlic powder, and cayenne pepper (if using) into a large pot or Dutch oven.
  2. Bring the mixture to a simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally. Reduce heat to low, cover, and let it cook for 15 minutes to allow the flavors to combine.
  3. Add the cubed cream cheese to the pot. Stir gently until the cream cheese has completely melted into the chili, creating a creamy base.
  4. Stir in the heavy cream or half-and-half. Heat through for another 5 minutes, but do not let it boil once the cream is added.
  5. Taste the chili and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed.
  6. Serve hot with your favorite toppings like shredded cheese, sour cream, or cilantro.

Notes

  • For a slow cooker version, combine all ingredients except the cream cheese and heavy cream in the slow cooker. Cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours. Stir in the cream cheese and heavy cream during the last 30 minutes of cooking.
  • You can use pre-cooked rotisserie chicken to save time on this weeknight chicken meal.
  • 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.

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