Description
This creamy white chicken chili recipe is a flavorful and comforting dish that combines tender chicken, great Northern beans, and a blend of spices, all enriched with sour cream and heavy cream for a rich, smooth texture. Perfect for family dinners, it delivers a delightful balance of spices and creaminess that's sure to impress.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pound skinless, boneless chicken breast halves, cut into ½-inch cubes
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, chopped
- 2 (15.5 ounce) cans great Northern beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 (14.5 ounce) can chicken broth
- 2 (4 ounce) cans chopped green chiles
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1 cup sour cream
- ½ cup heavy whipping cream
Instructions
- Prepare Ingredients: Gather all the ingredients together to ensure you have everything needed before beginning the cooking process.
- Cook Chicken and Aromatics: Heat olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add the cubed chicken, chopped onion, and garlic. Cook and stir until the chicken is no longer pink inside and juices run clear, about 10 to 15 minutes, allowing the onion and garlic to soften and become fragrant.
- Add Beans and Broth: Stir in the rinsed and drained great Northern beans, chicken broth, chopped green chiles, salt, cumin, oregano, black pepper, and cayenne pepper. Bring the mixture to a boil to combine flavors thoroughly.
- Simmer Chili: Reduce the heat to low and let the chili simmer gently for about 30 minutes. This simmering process helps the flavors meld beautifully and the chili to thicken slightly.
- Incorporate Creams: Remove the saucepan from heat. Stir in the sour cream and heavy whipping cream until fully incorporated, creating a creamy and luscious texture.
- Serve: Ladle the chili into bowls and serve hot. Enjoy the rich, comforting flavors of this creamy white chicken chili.
Notes
- For a spicier chili, increase the cayenne pepper according to your taste control.
- If you prefer a thicker chili, you can mash some of the beans before adding the cream.
- This chili pairs well with toppings like shredded cheese, chopped cilantro, or a squeeze of lime.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated gently on the stovetop.
