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White Chicken Chili Recipe

White Chicken Chili Recipe
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This White Chicken Chili recipe is a creamy, comforting twist on traditional chili, featuring tender shredded chicken, cannellini beans, green chilies, and a blend of warm spices. Enriched with Neufchatel cheese and fresh lime juice, it offers a delightful balance of savory flavors and subtle heat, perfect for a cozy dinner.

Ingredients

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Vegetables & Aromatics

  • 1 small yellow onion, diced
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1¼ cups corn
  • 2 tbsp cilantro, chopped

Liquids & Broth

  • 2 (14.5 oz) cans chicken broth
  • 1 (7 oz) can diced green chilies
  • 1 tbsp lime juice

Proteins & Dairy

  • 2½ cups cooked shredded chicken
  • 1 (8 oz) Neufchatel cheese, cubed

Beans

  • 2 (15 oz) cans cannellini beans

Oils & Spices

  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1½ tsp cumin
  • ½ tsp paprika
  • ½ tsp oregano
  • ½ tsp coriander
  • ¼ tsp cayenne
  • Salt, to taste
  • Black pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Sauté Aromatics: Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the diced yellow onion and sauté until softened and translucent, about 5 minutes. Add minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
  2. Add Broth and Spices: Pour in the chicken broth and diced green chilies. Stir in cumin, paprika, oregano, coriander, cayenne, salt, and black pepper. Bring the mixture to a simmer and let it cook gently for 15 minutes to develop flavors.
  3. Mash Some Beans: While the broth simmers, drain the cannellini beans. Remove about 1 cup of the beans and mash them with ¼ cup of the hot broth to create a creamy base that will thicken the chili.
  4. Combine and Stir: Add the cubed Neufchatel cheese, corn, the mashed beans, and the remaining whole beans to the pot. Stir everything gently until the cheese is melted and the mixture is well combined.
  5. Add Chicken and Fresh Ingredients: Incorporate the cooked shredded chicken into the chili. Stir in the lime juice and chopped cilantro. Heat the chili through for a few minutes until everything is warmed evenly.
  6. Serve and Store: Serve the chili hot as a satisfying meal. Leftovers can be chilled and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Notes

  • For a thicker chili, mash more beans or reduce the broth slightly.
  • Neufchatel cheese adds creaminess with less fat; you can substitute with cream cheese if preferred.
  • Adjust cayenne pepper to taste for desired spiciness.
  • Use leftover cooked chicken or rotisserie chicken for convenience.
  • Garnish with additional cilantro, sour cream, or shredded cheese if desired.

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Keywords: white chicken chili, creamy chicken chili, cannellini beans chili, easy chicken chili, comfort food, Pioneer Woman chili

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