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Ultimate Homemade White Chicken Chili Recipe

This homemade white chicken chili recipe combines tender chicken, creamy beans, and flavorful spices for a comforting meal perfect for chilly evenings. The stovetop method delivers incredible flavor in under an hour with a perfect balance of creaminess and spice.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 380
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Ingredients
  • 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cubed
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 large onion, diced
  • 4 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 cans (4 oz each) mild green chilies
  • 2 cans (15 oz each) great northern beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 can (15 oz) cannellini beans, rinsed and drained
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup corn kernels (fresh or frozen)
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon chipotle powder (optional for heat)
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • Fresh cilantro for garnish
  • Lime wedges for serving

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Heat olive oil in a large Dutch oven or heavy-bottomed pot over medium-high heat. Add cubed chicken and cook until browned on all sides, about 5-7 minutes. Remove chicken and set aside.
  2. In the same pot, add diced onion and cook until translucent, about 3-4 minutes. Add minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
  3. Return the chicken to the pot along with green chilies, cumin, oregano, and chipotle powder (if using). Stir to combine and cook for 2 minutes to toast the spices.
  4. Pour in chicken broth and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 20 minutes until chicken is cooked through and tender.
  5. Add both types of beans and corn kernels. Simmer uncovered for another 10 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
  6. Stir in heavy cream and season with salt and pepper to taste. Heat through but do not boil once cream is added.
  7. Serve hot, garnished with fresh cilantro and lime wedges on the side.

Notes

For best results, use a combination of bean varieties - the great northern beans provide creaminess while cannellini beans hold their shape well. If you prefer thicker chili, mash about 1/4 of the beans before adding them to the pot. For extra creaminess without heavy cream, blend 1/2 cup of the beans with 1/4 cup broth and stir back into the pot.