This White Chicken Chili is rich and creamy, and loaded with flavor from garlic, white beans, and spicy green chilis. It's an easy weeknight meal that's ready in just 30 minutes!
This recipe and article were contributed by Cara, from The Helpmates.
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I love fall. Let me be a little more clear, I love fall food! Pumpkin milkshakes and everything else pumpkin, slow cooked baked apples, and all the chili recipes!
And chili is what I'll be sharing with you today. A flavorful, creamy white chicken chili to be more specific.
This Creamy White Chicken Chili is:
- Rich, creamy, and delicious.
- An easy weeknight meal that the whole family will love.
- Ready in 30 minutes!
This recipe, like most stews and chilis, is a very forgiving one. So don't stress out if you need to add or take away a few things. It will almost certainly taste delicious even with a few swaps!
Tips & Tricks
Make it in the Slow Cooker. Sautee the onions and garlic first, then toss all the ingredients (except for the dairy) into your slow cooker and let it cook slowly all day long. Stir in the sour cream and heavy cream just a few minutes before serving. We also have a Slow Cooker White Chicken Chili that you might enjoy!
Make it a Freezer Meal. This recipe is a good one to add to your freezer friendly collection. When preparing specifically for the freezer, I don't even sauté my onions first. I just combine all ingredients (except for the sour cream and heavy whipping cream) into one gallon sized freezer bag. Then mix the sour cream and heavy whipping cream together into another freezer bag. Suck all the air out that you can, lay the bags flat and freeze. Defrostthe in fridge, then follow the instructions above when you're ready to enjoy!
Adjust the spice level. This chili has a little kick, but it's not overwhelming by any stretch. For more spice, you can increase the cayenne pepper or add some sliced jalapenos.
Toppings. I know I said the garnishes are optional, but really... you should do it. At least the extra dollop of sour cream! A sprinkle of cheese or fresh herbs is also a nice touch.
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Recipe
Creamy White Chicken Chili
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon oil
- 1 cup onion chopped
- 3 teaspoons garlic paste
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 2-3 pounds boneless skinless chicken breast chopped
- 16 oz green chilies canned, chopped, about 4 small cans
- 60 oz great northern white beans canned, drained & rinsed
- 2 teaspoons salt
- 2 teaspoons cumin
- 2 teaspoons oregano
- 1 teaspoons black pepper
- 1 teaspoons cayenne pepper
- 2 cups sour cream
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
Optional Toppings
- Sour cream
- Shredded pepper jack cheese
- Fresh cilantro
Instructions
- Heat oil in a large chili pot over med-low heat. Sauté the onions & garlic.
- Add all the other ingredients to the pot except for the sour cream and heavy whipping cream. Simmer for 30 minutes.
- Stir in sour cream and heavy whipping cream.
- Garnish and serve.
Laurie Lovett-Parsons
This looks really good. I will have to give it a try.
Cara
Let me know what you think!
stephanie
This was fabulous! Thanks!
Jessica McCoy
Glad you liked it Stephanie! Perfect for a cold day. 😉
Pam
I am cold right now, so this looks warm and delicious. Would love to give it a try! Thanks for sharing on the blog hop!
Miz Helen
Your Creamy White Chicken Chili looks like it would have great flavor. We love Chili and know that this would be a great chili. Thanks so much for sharing with Full Plate Thursday and have a great weekend!
Miz Helen
Katherines Corner
Thank you for sharing at the Thursday Favorite Things Blog Hop . Big Hugs
Jessica McCoy
Thanks Katherine! We were excited to be able to link up this week.
Miz Helen
Congratulations!
Your recipe is featured on Full Plate Thursday this week. Hope you are having a great weekend and enjoy your new Red Plate!
Miz Helen
Sherry
This chili looks fantastic! Thanks for sharing with us at Merry Monday.
Bianca
I love Chicken Chili and cannot wait to try this version! Thanks for sharing on Show and Tell!
katherines corner
This is a fantastic recipe! Such a perfect tummy warmer too. Thank you or sharing at the Thursday Favorite things blog hop. Watch for your feature tomorrow xo
Kim (TheKimSixFix)
This looks so perfect for those cool winter evenings. I have to try it!
Thanks for sharing at You're Gonna Love It!
April J Harris
I have never had a white chilli but your recipe is sure making me want to give it a try! Thank you for sharing with us at the Hearth and Soul Hop. Sharing!
Lindsey
I'm in love with white chicken chili, and this looks fairly fool proof. Thank you!!! Pinning, stumbling and tweeting. Happy Wednesday!
Helen Fern
Looks mighty good! Found you on the Pretty Pinstastic Party!
erin
Do you add chicken cooked or uncooked?
Jessica McCoy
Cooked chicken. Thanks!
Erica
Is it ok to used uncooked going in the crockpot
Ronda
Made this tonight. Followed the recipe exactly as written, something I don't normally do. Fantastic! Two thumbs up from the hubby.