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Easy White Chicken Chili Recipe (Stovetop or Crockpot)

A creamy and flavorful white chicken chili that's easy to make on the stovetop or in a crockpot, perfect for a cozy meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course, Soup
Cuisine: American, Mexican
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Protein
  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts diced
Vegetables
  • 1 cup onion chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 can green chilies diced, 4 oz
  • 1 cup corn frozen or canned
Liquids
  • 4 cups chicken broth low sodium
  • 1 cup heavy cream or half-and-half
Spices
  • 1 tbsp cumin
  • 1 tbsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp salt to taste
  • 1 tsp black pepper to taste
Toppings
  • 1 cup shredded cheese cheddar or Monterey Jack
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1 bunch cilantro chopped

Method
 

Stovetop Method
  1. In a large pot, sauté the onion and garlic over medium heat until softened, about 5 minutes.
  2. Add the diced chicken and cook until no longer pink, about 5-7 minutes.
  3. Stir in the green chilies, corn, chicken broth, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper.
  4. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes.
  5. Stir in the heavy cream and heat through before serving.
Crockpot Method
  1. Place the diced chicken, onion, garlic, green chilies, corn, chicken broth, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper in the crockpot.
  2. Cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours.
  3. Stir in the heavy cream during the last 30 minutes of cooking.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 35gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gFiber: 5gSugar: 3g

Notes

This chili can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. It also freezes well for up to 3 months.

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