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Creamy White Chicken Chili

A comforting bowl of white chili made with ground chicken, creamy white beans, and green chiles for a flavorful meal that is quick and crowd-pleasing.

Ingredients

  • 1 pound ground chicken
  • 1 can (15 ounces) white beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 can (4 ounces) diced green chiles
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon oregano
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 cup shredded cheese (optional)
  • Sour cream for serving (optional)

Instructions

  1. Heat a large pot over medium heat with a splash of oil. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic. Cook, stirring, until the onion is translucent and fragrant, about 3–4 minutes.
  2. Increase the heat to medium-high and add the ground chicken. Break it up with a spatula and cook until no pink remains and bits start to brown, 6–8 minutes. Season with salt, pepper, cumin, and oregano as the chicken cooks.
  3. Stir in the drained white beans and the diced green chilies. Pour in the chicken broth and scrape any browned bits off the bottom of the pot. Bring the mixture to a gentle boil.
  4. Reduce the heat to low and let the chili simmer uncovered for 20–25 minutes. The simmer will thicken the broth slightly and give the spices time to meld. Taste and adjust seasoning.
  5. Ladle into bowls and top with shredded cheese and a dollop of sour cream, if using. Serve hot with tortilla chips or crusty bread.

Notes

Use ground turkey instead of chicken if preferred. Mash a few beans for creaminess, or use cream for a richer texture.