Go Back

Creamy White Chicken Chili With Cream Cheese

This creamy white chicken chili is a comforting and delicious dish that combines tender chicken with white beans, green chilies, and cream cheese for a rich and flavorful meal. Perfect for a cozy dinner or a game day gathering, this recipe is sure to please everyone at the table.
Print Recipe Pin Recipe
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 4 People
Calories 420 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 large pot or Dutch oven
  • 1 cutting board
  • 1 stirring spoon
  • 1 measuring cups and spoons
  • 1 can opener

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 4-ounce can diced green chilies
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 2 15-ounce cans white beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 8-ounce package cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • ½ cup fresh cilantro, chopped for garnish
  • as needed lime wedges for serving

Instructions
 

  • Heat the olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat.
  • Add the diced onion and sauté for about 5 minutes, or until the onion becomes translucent.
  • Add the minced garlic, diced green chilies, cumin, chili powder, salt, and black pepper to the pot. Stir well and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
  • Cut the chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces and add them to the pot. Cook for about 5-7 minutes until the chicken is browned on all sides.
  • Pour in the chicken broth and bring the mixture to a boil. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for 15 minutes.
  • After simmering, add the rinsed white beans and cream cheese to the pot. Stir well until the cream cheese has melted and fully incorporated.
  • Gradually stir in the heavy cream, allowing it to warm through. Heat for another 5 minutes.
  • Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. If you prefer a thinner chili, feel free to add more chicken broth.
  • Serve the chili hot, garnished with fresh cilantro and lime wedges on the side.

Notes

For a spicier version, consider adding diced jalapeños or using a spicier variety of diced green chilies.
This chili can also be made in a slow cooker. Simply combine all the ingredients in the slow cooker and cook on low for 6-7 hours. Add the cream cheese and heavy cream during the last 30 minutes.
Serve with cornbread or tortilla chips for a complete meal.