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A bowl of savory white chicken chili topped with fresh cilantro

Proven way to grow your best White Chicken Chili

This recipe guides you through making a delicious White Chicken Chili, perfect for a comforting meal. It's a straightforward dish that promises to be a crowd-pleaser.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 people
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 lbs chicken breast cooked and shredded
  • 2 cans canned great northern beans drained and rinsed
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 1 can diced green chilies
  • 1 medium onion chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tsp cumin
  • 1 tsp oregano
  • 0.5 tsp salt
  • 0.25 tsp black pepper
  • 0.5 cup sour cream
  • 1 cup Monterey Jack cheese shredded

Equipment

  • large pot
  • ladle

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat, then add chopped onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
  2. Stir in minced garlic, cumin, oregano, salt, and pepper, cooking for another minute until fragrant.
  3. Pour in chicken broth, drained beans, diced green chilies, and shredded cooked chicken.
  4. Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook for 20 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
  5. Remove from heat and stir in sour cream and shredded Monterey Jack cheese until melted and well combined.
Serving
  1. Ladle the chili into bowls and garnish with extra shredded cheese, a dollop of sour cream, and fresh cilantro if desired.

Notes

For a spicier chili, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or a chopped jalapeño with the onions. This chili freezes well for future meals.