Ingredients:
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cooked and shredded
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 large onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cans (15 ounces each) white beans (such as cannellini or great northern), drained and rinsed
- 1 can (4 ounces) diced green chilies
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (adjust to taste)
- 4 cups chicken broth
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1 cup frozen corn kernels
- 1/2 cup heavy cream (optional)
- 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack or white cheddar cheese
- Fresh cilantro, chopped, for garnish
- Lime wedges, for serving
Instructions:
Cook and Shred Chicken:
Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
Cook the chicken in a skillet over medium-high heat until fully cooked.
Shred the chicken using two forks and set aside.
Saute Onion and Garlic:
In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
Add chopped onions and sauté until they become translucent.
Add minced garlic and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
Add Spices and Green Chilies:
Stir in the ground cumin, dried oregano, ground coriander, and cayenne pepper.
Add the diced green chilies and cook for another 2 minutes.
Combine Chicken and Beans:
Add the shredded chicken to the pot along with the white beans.
Stir to combine.
Pour in Chicken Broth:
Pour in the chicken broth and bring the mixture to a simmer.
Allow it to simmer for about 15-20 minutes to let the flavors meld.
Season and Add Corn:
Season the chili with salt and black pepper to taste.
Add the frozen corn kernels and continue to simmer for an additional 5-7 minutes.
Finish with Cream (Optional) and Cheese:
If using, stir in the heavy cream to add richness to the chili.
Add the shredded cheese and stir until melted and well incorporated.
Serve:
Ladle the white chicken chili into bowls.
Garnish with chopped fresh cilantro and serve with lime wedges on the side.
Enjoy your comforting and flavorful Easy White Chicken Chili!