
Warm, comforting, and full of flavor—this white chicken chili combines tender chicken, sweet corn, and a creamy, lightly spiced broth. Perfect for chilly evenings or whenever you crave a hearty yet comforting meal.
🧾 Ingredients
Ingredient | Amount |
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Olive oil | 1 tbsp |
Chicken (breasts or thighs), diced | 1½ lbs |
Onion, chopped | 1 medium |
Garlic powder | 1½ tsp |
Great northern beans (cooked) | 3 cups (or 2 cans) |
Corn kernels (frozen or canned) | 1¾ cups (or 1 can) |
Chicken broth | 2 cups |
Roasted green chiles, chopped | ⅔ cup (or 1 can) |
Cream cheese (optional) | 4 oz, cubed |
Kosher salt | 1 tsp |
Ground cumin | 1 tsp |
Dried oregano | 1 tsp |
Black pepper | ½ tsp |
Cayenne pepper | ¼ tsp |
Sour cream | ½ cup |
Heavy cream | ½ cup |
👩🍳 Instructions
1. Sauté the Chicken & Onion
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Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
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Add diced chicken and onion, cooking 5–7 minutes until the chicken is no longer pink.
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Sprinkle in garlic powder as it cooks, stirring occasionally.
2. Build the Chili Base
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Stir in beans, corn, chicken broth, green chiles, cream cheese (if using), and spices.
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Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
3. Make It Creamy
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In a small bowl, whisk together sour cream and heavy cream until smooth.
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Add ½ cup of hot broth from the pot into the mixture to temper it.
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Slowly pour the cream mixture back into the pot, stirring until fully incorporated.