Description
Indulge in a warm and comforting bowl of creamy white chicken chili that blends tender chicken, zesty green chilies, and rich cream cheese. This hearty dish is perfect for chilly evenings or casual gatherings, delivering a delightful balance of flavors that will embrace your taste buds. With easy-to-follow steps, you can create a creamy masterpiece that’s sure to become a family favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cups boneless, skinless chicken breasts, diced
- 2 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 1 can (4 oz) canned green chilies
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté chopped onions until translucent (about 5 minutes), then add minced garlic.
- Add diced chicken to the pot; season with salt and pepper. Cook for 7-10 minutes until chicken is cooked through.
- Stir in canned green chilies, chicken broth, and cream cheese. Simmer for about 10 minutes until cream cheese is melted.
- Gradually mix in shredded Monterey Jack and Cheddar cheeses until fully melted.
- Serve hot in bowls topped with extra cheese or fresh cilantro.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
Keywords: For added texture, consider incorporating black beans or corn. Adjust the spice level by using hot green chilies or adding jalapeños. This chili can be made in advance and stored for easy reheating.