Go Back
Creamy Easy White Chicken Chili served in a bowl with toppings.

Easy White Chicken Chili

A cozy and creamy one pot chili that's easy to prepare and perfect for busy nights.
Print Recipe Pin Recipe
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Comfort Food
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 3 cups shredded cooked chicken, rotisserie or quick poached You can use leftover chicken.
  • 2 cans cannellini or great northern white beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 onion, diced The flavor base.
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced The flavor base.
  • 1 can mild canned green chiles Adds classic chili flavor.
  • 1 cup corn, optional Adds a sweet pop.
  • 4 cups chicken broth, low sodium Use a broth you enjoy.
  • 8 oz cream cheese Preferred creamy ingredient; can substitute with sour cream.
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon oregano
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 lime, juiced To finish the dish.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a medium to large pot or Dutch oven, heat a little oil over medium heat.
  2. Add the diced onion and cook until soft and golden.
  3. Add minced garlic and cook for about 30 seconds until fragrant but not burnt.
  4. Stir in the cumin, chili powder, and oregano for a few seconds to bloom the spices.
  5. Pour in the chicken broth, followed by the white beans, green chiles, and corn (if using).
  6. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer and stir in the shredded chicken.
  7. Cut the cream cheese into chunks and stir it in while the pot is warm until melted and smooth.
  8. Let it simmer for 10 to 15 minutes to blend the flavors.
  9. Finish with a squeeze of lime juice and adjust salt to taste.

Notes

Store leftovers in the fridge. Tastes even better the next day. Can freeze, but add dairy when reheating.