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White Chicken Chili

White Chicken Chili recipe
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This White Chicken Chili recipe is the ultimate comfort food, combining creamy textures with zesty flavors that will warm you from the inside out. Perfect for family dinners or game day gatherings, this dish features tender shredded chicken, hearty white beans, and sweet corn, balanced with just the right spices. It’s a make-ahead meal that’s freezer-friendly, making it ideal for busy weeknights or meal prep enthusiasts. Serve it topped with fresh avocado, zesty lime wedges, or your favorite salsa for a customized experience that everyone will love.

Ingredients

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  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 2 lb)
  • 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1 can white kidney beans (19 oz), drained and rinsed
  • 1 can sweet corn (12 oz), drained
  • 1 can green chiles (4 oz)
  • 4 ounces cream cheese, room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon green hot sauce
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • ½ teaspoon onion powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon water (optional)
  • Chips, avocado, lime wedges, salsa, cheese or jalapenos (for serving)

Instructions

  1. In a Dutch oven or soup pot, combine the chicken and broth. Bring to a simmer over medium-high heat; reduce to medium-low and cover. Simmer for about 15 minutes until chicken reaches 165°F.
  2. Remove chicken to shred on a cutting board using two forks. Return shredded chicken to the pot.
  3. Stir in white beans, corn, green chiles, hot sauce, chili powder, onion powder, and salt.
  4. Add cubed cream cheese and stir until melted. Simmer for another 10 minutes.
  5. For thicker chili, mix cornstarch with water and add it while stirring until desired consistency is reached.

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