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White Chicken Chili Recipe: An Amazing Ultimate Guide

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 can (14.5 oz) diced green chiles
  • 1 can (15 oz) white beans, drained and rinsed
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper (adjust for spice level)
  • 1 cup frozen corn
  • ½ cup sour cream (or Greek yogurt)
  • 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
  • Fresh cilantro for garnish (optional)

Instructions

Here’s how to create this amazing White Chicken Chili in just a few simple steps:

  1. Cook the Chicken: In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chicken breasts and cook until browned on both sides, about 5-7 minutes. Remove from pot and set aside to cool slightly.
  2. Sauté the Vegetables: In the same pot, add the chopped onion and cook for 3-4 minutes until softened. Stir in the minced garlic and sauté for another minute.
  3. Add the Spices: Stir in the ground cumin, chili powder, paprika, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper. Cook for an additional minute to toast the spices.
  4. Combine Ingredients: Add the diced green chiles, white beans, chicken broth, and corn to the pot. Stir well to combine.
  5. Shred the Chicken: While the chili is simmering, shred the chicken into bite-sized pieces. Return the shredded chicken back into the pot.
  6. Simmer: Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover and allow it to simmer for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  7. Add Creaminess: After simmering, stir in the sour cream and half of the shredded cheese until well combined. Cook for an additional 5 minutes to heat through.
  8. Taste and Adjust: Taste the chili and adjust seasoning if necessary. Feel free to add more spices for extra heat.
  9. Garnish: Serve hot, garnished with fresh cilantro and topped with the remaining shredded cheese.

Following these straightforward steps will leave you with a mouthwatering bowl of White Chicken Chili that everyone will enjoy.

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