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southwest creamy white chicken chili

southwest creamy white chicken chili offers easy comfort for busy families


  • Author: Cole Harrington
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x
  • Diet: High Protein

Description

This southwest creamy white chicken chili delivers a velvety broth packed with tender chicken, white beans, corn, and a hint of green chilies, all swirled into a rich cream base. Perfect for quick weeknight dinners, it balances smoky Southwest spices with comforting creaminess, offering a high‑protein, satisfying meal that warms the soul and pleases the whole family.Serve hot, topped with cilantro, a swirl of sour cream, and a lime squeeze for flavor that makes this chili a night delicious star!


Ingredients

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  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 can white beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 can corn, drained
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 can diced green chilies
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the diced onion and sauté until translucent, about 3 minutes. Add minced garlic and cook another 30 seconds.
  2. Add the chicken breasts, chicken broth, cumin, salt, and pepper. Bring to a gentle simmer, cover, and cook until the chicken is cooked through, 12‑15 minutes.
  3. Remove the chicken, shred it with two forks, and return it to the pot.
  4. Stir in the white beans, corn, and diced green chilies. Simmer for 5 minutes to meld flavors.
  5. Reduce heat to low and slowly stir in the heavy cream until heated through. Adjust seasoning and serve.

Notes

  • Adjust heat by adding extra chilies. For a thicker chili
  • simmer longer before adding cream. Refrigerate leftovers promptly.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Southwestern

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 6 servings
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 3 g
  • Sodium: 620 mg
  • Fat: 18 g
  • Saturated Fat: 9 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 25 g
  • Fiber: 6 g
  • Protein: 30 g
  • Cholesterol: 80 mg

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