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Easy Creamy One-Pot White Chicken Chili

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A simple, quick, and creamy one-pot white chicken chili perfect for cozy dinners, featuring tender shredded chicken, white beans, and a luscious cream cheese base.

Ingredients

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  • 3 cups cooked shredded chicken (rotisserie chicken recommended)
  • 2 cans (15 oz each) cannellini or great northern beans, drained and rinsed
  • 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1 medium yellow onion, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 can (4 oz) diced green chiles
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • ½ tsp chili powder
  • ½ tsp black pepper
  • 4 oz cream cheese, softened
  • ½ cup sour cream (optional)
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • A handful fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
  • 1 lime, cut into wedges (for serving)

Instructions

  1. Shred cooked rotisserie chicken into bite-sized pieces and set aside.
  2. Heat olive oil over medium heat in a large pot. Add diced onion and cook until translucent, about 5-7 minutes, stirring frequently.
  3. Add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  4. Stir in cumin, oregano, chili powder, and black pepper. Toast spices with onions and garlic for 30 seconds.
  5. Add diced green chiles and stir well.
  6. Pour in chicken broth and drained white beans. Stir to combine and bring to a gentle simmer over medium-high heat, about 4-5 minutes.
  7. Add softened cream cheese in chunks, stirring constantly until fully melted and creamy, about 3-4 minutes. Stir in sour cream if using.
  8. Add shredded chicken and stir to coat. Simmer gently for 5 minutes to meld flavors.
  9. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt if needed. Add more broth or water if chili is too thick.
  10. Serve hot, garnished with chopped cilantro and a squeeze of fresh lime juice.

Notes

Use softened cream cheese to avoid lumps. Keep heat moderate after adding dairy to prevent curdling. Toast spices briefly for full flavor. Shred chicken finely for better flavor absorption. If chili is too thick, add broth or water to adjust consistency.

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Keywords: white chicken chili, one-pot meal, creamy chili, easy dinner, rotisserie chicken, comfort food, quick chili

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