This creamy white chicken chili is rich, hearty, and loaded with shredded chicken, white beans, green chiles, and warming spices. A cozy, satisfying one-pot meal for any night.
2 tbsp olive oil
1 yellow onion, diced
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 tsp ground cumin
1 tsp dried oregano
½ tsp ground coriander (optional)
2 (4 oz) cans diced green chiles
2 (15 oz) cans white beans, rinsed and drained
3 cups cooked, shredded chicken
3½ cups chicken broth
4 oz cream cheese, softened
½ cup heavy cream
1–2 tbsp fresh lime juice
Salt and pepper to taste
Optional: 1 cup frozen corn or 1 chopped jalapeño
In a large pot, heat oil and sauté onion until soft.
Add garlic, spices, and green chiles. Cook 1–2 minutes.
Stir in beans, chicken, and broth. Bring to a simmer for 20 minutes.
Blend part of the chili for thickness (optional).
Stir in cream cheese until melted. Add cream and simmer 5–10 minutes more.
Add lime juice. Season to taste. Serve with desired toppings.
For thicker chili, blend 1–1½ cups before adding cream.
Adjust spice with chili flakes, jalapeño, or hot sauce.
Make dairy-free by using blended beans and non-dairy milk.
Freeze before adding cream for best texture.