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Bowl of amazing cozy white chicken chili topped with cilantro and lime

Cozy Chicken Chili

A heartwarming white chicken chili that combines hearty ingredients and gentle spices for a comforting dish perfect for gatherings and chilly nights.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 8 hours
Total Time 8 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Mexican
Calories: 360
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts Fresh chicken works best, but frozen can be used if you adjust the cooking time.
  • 1 medium yellow onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 cans Great Northern beans, drained and rinsed (15 oz each) Feel free to substitute with other white beans such as cannellini or navy beans.
  • 2 cans diced green chiles (4 oz each, mild or hot) Adjust the heat level by choosing either mild or hot.
  • 1 can whole kernel corn, drained (15 oz)
  • 3 cups low-sodium chicken broth Use quality broth for rich flavor.
  • 4 oz reduced-fat cream cheese (Neufchâtel), softened A lighter alternative that maintains creaminess.
  • 1/4 cup half-and-half
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 3/4 tsp dried oregano
  • 1/2 tsp chili powder
  • 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
  • 1 serving sliced jalapeños (for garnish)
  • 1 serving avocado (for garnish)
  • 1 serving sour cream (for garnish)
  • 1 serving crispy tortilla strips (for serving)

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Layer the chicken breasts at the bottom of your slow cooker.
  2. Sprinkle the salt, cumin, oregano, chili powder, and cayenne pepper over the chicken.
  3. Toss in the diced onion, minced garlic, Great Northern beans, green chiles, and corn to the slow cooker.
  4. Pour the chicken broth over the mixture, ensuring everything is well-covered.
  5. Cover and set your slow cooker to cook on LOW for 8 hours or HIGH for 3-4 hours.
  6. Once cooked, remove the chicken and shred it using two forks. Return it to the crockpot.
  7. Stir in the softened cream cheese along with half-and-half, cooking on HIGH for another 15 minutes.
  8. Serve hot, garnished with sliced jalapeños, avocado, sour cream, and crispy tortilla strips.

Notes

Preparation is easy; chop vegetables and season the chicken the night before. Leftovers can be stored in the fridge for up to three days or frozen for up to three months. Use quality broth for the best flavor.