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Creamy White Chili

This white chicken chili recipe is the best chili I have ever had. It is so delicious, and everyone raves about how good it tastes. Don't count on having leftovers!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Course lunch/dinner
Cuisine American
Servings 8 people
Calories 2320.3 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 Large Saucepan or Dutch Oven For cooking and simmering the chili.
  • 1 Cutting Board For preparing chicken, onion, and garlic.
  • 1 Chef's knife For dicing and chopping ingredients.
  • 1 Wooden Spoon or Spatula For stirring and scraping the pan.
  • 1 Measuring Spoons and Cups For precise ingredient measurements.

Ingredients
  

Main

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 pound skinless boneless chicken breast halves, cut into ½-inch cubes
  • 1 onion chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic chopped
  • 2 15.5 ounce cans great Northern beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 14.5 ounce can chicken broth
  • 2 4 ounce cans chopped green chiles
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • ½ cup heavy whipping cream

Instructions
 

  • Gather ingredients.
  • Heat olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add chicken, onion, and garlic; cook and stir until chicken is no longer pink in the center and juices run clear, 10 to 15 minutes.
  • Stir in beans, chicken broth, green chiles, salt, cumin, oregano, black pepper, and cayenne pepper; bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer until flavors have blended, about 30 minutes.
  • Remove chili from heat; stir in sour cream and whipping cream until incorporated.
  • Serve hot and enjoy! DOTDASH MEREDITH FOOD STUDIOS 

Notes

For optimal flavor development, ensure the chicken is properly browned before adding the onion and garlic; this creates a rich, foundational base. When incorporating the dairy, it's critical to remove the chili from the heat first. This prevents the sour cream and heavy cream from curdling, ensuring a smooth, luxurious texture. Stir them in gently until just combined. Don't hesitate to taste and adjust the salt, pepper, and cayenne to your preference after the simmer. A squeeze of fresh lime juice at the end can significantly brighten the overall profile. Garnish with fresh cilantro, diced avocado, or crispy tortilla strips for added texture and visual appeal.