Description
This hearty and flavorful White Chicken Chili combines tender diced chicken, creamy great Northern beans, mild green chiles, and a blend of spices simmered together to create a comforting dish perfect for any occasion. Finished with a smooth addition of sour cream, it offers a creamy texture and mild heat, ideal for warming up on cooler days.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 large onion, diced
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic (about 3 cloves)
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 2 (14-ounce) cans great Northern beans, drained
- 2 (4-ounce) cans mild green chiles, with juices
- 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, diced
- 1 cup corn kernels
- 2 teaspoons chili powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 2/3 cup sour cream
Instructions
- Heat the oil and sauté onions: In a large pot over medium-high heat, add 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Once hot, add the diced onions and cook for about 4 minutes until they are softened and translucent.
- Add garlic: Add 1 tablespoon minced garlic to the pot with the onions and sauté for an additional 30 seconds until fragrant, taking care to avoid burning the garlic.
- Add remaining ingredients and simmer: Pour in 2 cups of chicken broth, add the drained beans, 2 cans of mild green chiles (with juices), diced chicken, corn kernels, chili powder, cumin, oregano, salt, and black pepper. Stir everything to combine well. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and let simmer gently for 10 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and flavors have melded.
- Incorporate the sour cream safely: In a small bowl, add 2/3 cup sour cream. Ladle about 1/2 cup of the hot chili soup into the sour cream, stirring to temper it and prevent curdling. Then pour this mixture back into the pot and stir until fully blended.
- Serve and enjoy: Once well combined, your White Chicken Chili is ready to serve. Garnish if desired and enjoy this creamy, mildly spicy dish warm.
Notes
- Tempering the sour cream before adding it into the hot chili prevents curdling and keeps the texture smooth.
- Great Northern beans can be substituted with cannellini or navy beans if preferred.
- Adjust the level of green chiles to control the heat intensity of the chili.
- This chili can be served with toppings such as shredded cheese, chopped cilantro, or tortilla chips for added texture and flavor.
- Leftovers keep well refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheat nicely on the stove or microwave.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
