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Award Winning White Chicken Chili Recipe

Award Winning White Chicken Chili Recipe

  • Author: Madison
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35 minutes
  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Description

Discover the secret to the best White Chicken Chili with this award-winning recipe. Learn how to make a delicious and comforting meal that your whole family will love!


Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil (30 ml)
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cubed (450 g)
  • 2 teaspoons ground cumin (10 g)
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder (5 g)
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika (2.5 g)
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano (2.5 g)
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper, optional (1.25 g)
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 cans Great Northern beans, drained and rinsed (425 g each)
  • 1 can corn, drained (425 g)
  • 2 cups chicken broth (480 ml)
  • 1 can diced green chilies (113 g)
  • 1/4 cup sour cream (60 ml)
  • 1/4 cup coconut cream (60 ml)
  • Fresh cilantro, chopped, for garnish
  • Lime wedges, for serving
  • Shredded cheese, for topping


Instructions

  1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
  2. Add the diced onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.
  3. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 1 minute.
  4. Add the cubed chicken breasts to the pot.
  5. Cook the chicken until browned on all sides, about 5-7 minutes.
  6. Stir in the ground cumin, chili powder, paprika, oregano, cayenne pepper, salt, and pepper.
  7. Cook for 1 minute, allowing the spices to become fragrant.
  8. Add the drained and rinsed Great Northern beans to the pot.
  9. Stir in the drained corn and chicken broth.
  10. Add the can of diced green chilies and mix well.
  11. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low.
  12. Simmer the chili for 20-25 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
  13. Stir in the sour cream and heavy cream until fully incorporated.
  14. Cook for an additional 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  15. Remove from heat and ladle the chili into bowls.
  16. Garnish with chopped fresh cilantro and shredded cheese.
  17. Serve with lime wedges on the side.

Notes

  • Blend some Great Northern beans with chicken broth for a creamier texture.
  • Adjust spiciness with more or less cayenne pepper to suit your taste.
  • Enhance flavor by squeezing fresh lime juice over the chili before serving.