Best White Chicken Chili: An Amazing Ultimate Recipe
Author:Lisa
Prep Time:15 minutes
Cook Time:30 minutes
Total Time:45 minutes
Yield:4 servings 1x
Category:Main Dish
Method:Stovetop
Cuisine:American
Diet:Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 medium onion, chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 cans (15 oz each) white beans (such as cannellini or great northern), drained and rinsed
1 can (4 oz) diced green chilies
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon chili powder
½ teaspoon oregano
4 cups chicken broth
1 cup heavy cream or half-and-half
Salt and pepper to taste
Fresh cilantro, for garnish
Lime wedges, for serving
Instructions
In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chicken breasts and cook until browned on both sides, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the chicken and set aside.
In the same pot, add the chopped onion and sauté until soft, about 3-4 minutes. Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
Stir in the white beans, diced green chilies, ground cumin, chili powder, and oregano. Add salt and pepper to taste.
Pour in the chicken broth and bring the mixture to a boil.
Reduce the heat to low and return the chicken to the pot. Cover and let it simmer for 20 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked.
Remove the chicken from the pot and shred it using two forks. Return the shredded chicken to the pot.
Stir in the heavy cream or half-and-half, and let it cook for an additional 5 minutes to heat through.
Taste the chili and adjust the seasoning if necessary, adding more salt, pepper, or spices as desired.
Remove from heat and let sit for a few minutes before serving.