Description
Cozy white chicken chili for two is the perfect dish to warm your heart and soul on a chilly evening. This creamy, flavorful chili features tender chicken, fluffy cannellini beans, and zesty spices that come together for a delightful dining experience. Whether it’s a romantic date night or a cozy evening in, this recipe guarantees comfort and connection over every spoonful.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 can (15 oz) cannellini beans, rinsed
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (4 oz) diced green chilies
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp chili powder
- Fresh cilantro, for garnish
- Juice of 1 lime
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat 2 tbsp olive oil over medium heat. Sauté the diced onion until translucent.
- Add minced garlic, cumin, and chili powder; cook until fragrant (about 1 minute).
- Add chicken breasts and cover with chicken broth. Simmer for 15-20 minutes until cooked through.
- Shred the chicken in the pot using two forks. Stir in rinsed cannellini beans and green chilies.
- Mix in softened cream cheese until melted and well combined.
- Season with salt, pepper, and lime juice to taste. Serve hot topped with fresh cilantro.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (300g)
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 80mg