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White Chicken Chili
A creamy, mild alternative to red chili, this version simmers shredded chicken with white beans and green chiles in a rich, cheesy broth. It is quick, cozy, and always a crowd-pleaser.
Why You'll Love This
- Creamy and mild, great for spice-sensitive eaters
- Ready in under an hour
- Protein-packed with chicken and white beans
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoonsolive oil
- 1 mediumyellow onion, diced
- 3 clovesgarlic, minced
- 2 teaspoonsground cumin
- 1 teaspoondried oregano
- 1 (4 ounce) candiced green chiles
- 1.25 poundsboneless skinless chicken breasts
- 5 cupschicken broth
- 2 (15 ounce) canscannellini or great northern beans, drained and rinsed
- 1.5 teaspoonssalt, plus more to taste
- 0.5 cupsour cream
- 1 cupshredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 0.25 cupchopped fresh cilantro
Nutrition (estimated per serving)
Nutrition information is an estimate calculated from the ingredients listed and will vary based on the specific products used. It is not a substitute for advice from a nutrition professional.
Method
- Heat the olive oil in a large 5-quart pot over medium heat until shimmering.
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