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This creamy white chicken chili offers a delightful blend of flavors and a comforting mouthfeel, making it the ideal dish for cool evenings or casual gatherings. With tender shredded chicken, hearty white beans, and a kick of jalapeño, this recipe is sure to please. The combination of spices, including ground cumin and smoked paprika, not only adds depth but also complements the creamy texture, ensuring that each spoonful is rich and satisfying.
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Creamy White Chicken Chili Bliss

This creamy white chicken chili is a comforting and flavorful dish, perfect for any occasion. It's made with tender chicken, white beans, and a blend of spices for a deliciously rich flavor.
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Keyword chicken, chili, comfort food, creamy, easy, soup
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings 6
Calories 350kcal

Ingredients

  • 2 cups cooked shredded chicken
  • 1 can white beans
  • 1 cup corn
  • 1 medium onion
  • 2 cloves garlic
  • 1-2 jalapeños
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
  • Salt and pepper
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Fresh cilantro
  • Lime wedges

Instructions

  • Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
  • Add diced onion and sauté for about 5 minutes until translucent.
  • Stir in minced garlic and diced jalapeños, cooking for 1-2 minutes.
  • Add shredded chicken, white beans, corn, chicken broth, cumin, chili powder, and smoked paprika.
  • Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, then reduce heat to low.
  • Simmer for 15-20 minutes to meld flavors.
  • Stir in heavy cream and season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Simmer for an additional 5 minutes.
  • Serve hot, garnished with fresh cilantro and lime wedges.

Notes

For a milder flavor, remove the seeds from the jalapeños.