Description
Indulge in this creamy white chicken chili, a delightful blend of tender chicken, savory spices, and hearty beans that warms your soul on chilly days.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 cups white beans (canned or dried)
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (4 oz) diced green chile peppers
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup sour cream
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken: Cook chicken breasts in water or broth until fully cooked (about 15-20 minutes). Shred the chicken using two forks.
- Sauté the Aromatics: In a large pot over medium heat, add a splash of olive oil. Sauté chopped onions and minced garlic until translucent (about 3-4 minutes).
- Add Beans and Chilies: Stir in drained white beans and diced green chilies. Mix well and cook for an additional minute.
- Pour in Broth: Add shredded chicken and chicken broth. Stir and bring to a gentle simmer for about 10-15 minutes to deepen flavors.
- Spice It Up: Add ground cumin along with salt and pepper to taste. For extra heat, consider adding cayenne pepper.
- Finish with Sour Cream: Just before serving, stir in sour cream until well incorporated. Serve hot, garnished with cilantro or sliced jalapeños if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 560mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 9g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: Customize your chili by adding corn for sweetness or using turkey instead of chicken. For enhanced flavor, sear the chicken first before shredding.