White Chicken Chili
A creamy, comforting White Chicken Chili that is perfect for busy weeknights, made with shredded chicken, cream cheese, and mild spices. Kid-friendly and flexible for various dietary needs.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb shredded chicken (Use rotisserie chicken for speed or shred leftover baked chicken.)
- 1 can cream cheese (Soften to room temperature before adding.)
- 1 can green chilies (Mild green chilies keep the heat low.)
- 1 can corn (Drain for a cleaner broth.)
- 2 cups chicken broth (Use low-sodium broth.)
- 1 medium onion, diced (Yellow onion gives a mellow sweetness.)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced (Mince finely for better blending.)
- 1 tsp cumin (Toast briefly for deeper aroma.)
- 1 tsp chili powder (Adjust based on spice preference.)
- to taste salt and pepper (Season lightly at first.)
Optional Additions
- 1 can white beans (For a heartier texture.)
- 0.5 cup Greek yogurt (For a lighter version, substitute half of the cream cheese.)
Instructions
Preparation
- In a large pot on the Stove Top, sauté the onion and garlic until translucent.
- Add the shredded chicken, cream cheese, green chilies, corn, chicken broth, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper.
- Stir gently to combine and melt the cream cheese evenly.
- Simmer for 20-30 minutes until heated through.
Slow Cooker Instructions
- Combine all ingredients in the slow cooker.
- Cook on low for 6 hours or high for 3 hours, stirring before serving.
Notes
Serve with various toppings like shredded cheese, diced avocado, and tortilla strips for a customizable dinner experience. Leftovers freeze well for easy meal prepping.