Description
Warm up your evenings with this Easy White Chicken Chili, a creamy, flavor-packed dish that’s perfect for cozy nights or gatherings. This delightful chili features tender shredded rotisserie chicken and hearty white beans simmered in a rich, zesty sauce infused with spices like cumin and oregano. It’s quick to prepare—ready in just 30 minutes—making it an ideal choice for busy weeknights. Plus, with a variety of toppings like cheddar cheese, sour cream, and fresh cilantro, everyone can customize their bowl to their liking. Whether you’re entertaining guests or enjoying a quiet family dinner, this White Chicken Chili is sure to impress!
Ingredients
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- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium onion (chopped)
- 5 cloves garlic (about 1 tablespoon minced)
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 & 1/2 teaspoons cumin
- 1 & 1/2 teaspoons oregano
- 1 (1-ounce) package of Ranch seasoning (dry)
- 1 (10-ounce) can Rotel (or a can of diced tomatoes)
- 1 (7-ounce can) diced green chilies (fire roasted recommended)
- 1 (14-ounce) can white beans (navy beans or cannellini, drained)
- 1 (14-ounce) can pinto beans (drained)
- 2 & 1/2 cups shredded rotisserie chicken (about 12 ounces)
- 3 cups water
- 1 tablespoon Better Than Bouillon Chicken Base
- 1 (8-ounce) package cream cheese (softened; low-fat cream cheese is fine)
- 1 & 1/2 cups frozen corn (or canned corn is fine)
- toppings: shredded cheddar cheese, sour cream, cilantro, limes, avocado, jalapeno, green onion, and tortilla chips
Instructions
- Prep all ingredients: chop onion, mince garlic, and measure spices.
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat; sauté onions until translucent (3–5 minutes).
- Add minced garlic and spices; sauté for another 2 minutes.
- Stir in Rotel and green chilies; mix well.
- Add drained white beans and pinto beans, followed by the shredded chicken.
- Pour in water and stir in bouillon; bring to a boil.
- Add cream cheese in cubes; simmer for at least 5 minutes.
- Stir in corn before serving hot with your choice of toppings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 890mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 70mg