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White Chicken Chili with Cream Cheese

White Chicken Chili: Indulgent Cream Cheese Comfort Dish

This White Chicken Chili with Cream Cheese is a creamy, comforting meal that's perfect for chilly days.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 8 hours
Total Time 8 hours 15 minutes
Course Dinner
Cuisine American
Servings 6 bowls
Calories 318 kcal

Equipment

  • crockpot

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients

  • 2.5 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 2 cans great northern beans 15-ounce cans, drained
  • 1 medium yellow onion diced
  • 2 cans corn drained
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 jalapeño pepper ribs and seeds removed, finely chopped
  • 1 tablespoon taco seasoning
  • 1 packet ranch seasoning mix
  • 3 cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • 8 ounces cream cheese cut into 1-inch cubes and softened
  • 1 lime Juice of 1 fresh
  • 0.25 cup freshly chopped cilantro leaves and tender stems
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Salt to taste
  • Pepper to taste

Instructions
 

Cooking Instructions

  • Spray or brush the olive oil in a crockpot and then place the raw chicken inside using tongs.
  • Add in the beans, corn, garlic, onions, diced jalapeno pepper, taco seasoning, fresh cilantro, ranch seasoning, and cream cheese.
  • Next, pour the lime juice and chicken broth all over the other ingredients.
  • Combine everything and cook on the low heat setting for 6-8 hours. Alternatively, use the high heat setting for 3-4 hours.
  • Once the chili is cooked, remove the chicken and shred it using clean hands, two forks, or a hand mixer.
  • Return the shredded chicken to the crockpot and stir everything together with a metal or wooden spoon.
  • Using a ladle, scoop the creamy white chicken chili into bowls, topping each serving with extra chopped cilantro.

Notes

You can use rotisserie chicken for an easier option. Ensure cream cheese is softened for smooth melting. For thicker chili, use less broth or puree some beans. Adjust spice by removing jalapeño seeds and using milder peppers if needed. Store leftovers in airtight container for 4 days or freeze for 4-6 months.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 318kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 36gFat: 17gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gTrans Fat: 0.02gCholesterol: 114mgSodium: 228mgPotassium: 682mgFiber: 0.4gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 463IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 47mgIron: 2mg
Keyword Chicken Dish, chili recipe, comfort food, Cream Cheese Chili, crockpot recipe, white chicken chili
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