White Chicken Chili (Printable Version)

Hearty white chicken simmered with beans, corn, and chiles for a flavorful and comforting meal.

# Ingredients Required:

→ Poultry

01 - 907 g boneless, skinless chicken breasts

→ Liquids

02 - 473 ml low-sodium chicken broth

→ Canned Goods

03 - 591 ml white kidney beans, drained and rinsed
04 - 341 ml sweet corn, drained
05 - 113 ml green chiles

→ Spices and Seasonings

06 - 1 teaspoon green hot sauce
07 - 1 teaspoon chili powder
08 - ½ teaspoon onion powder
09 - ½ teaspoon salt

→ Dairy

10 - 125 g cream cheese, room temperature

→ Optional Thickener

11 - 1 tablespoon cornstarch
12 - 1 tablespoon water

→ Garnishes

13 - Chips, avocado, lime wedges, salsa, cheese, or jalapenos for serving

# Guide to Cooking:

01 - In a 3- to 4-quart Dutch oven or soup pot, combine chicken breasts and chicken broth. Bring to a gentle simmer over medium-high heat, then reduce heat to medium-low. Cover and cook for 15 minutes, or until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 74°C.
02 - Transfer chicken to a large cutting board and shred using two forks. Return shredded chicken to the pot with the broth.
03 - Incorporate white kidney beans, sweet corn, green chiles, green hot sauce, chili powder, onion powder, and salt, stirring to combine evenly.
04 - Cube the cream cheese and stir it into the pot. Cover and simmer over medium-low heat for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally until fully melted.
05 - If desired, mix cornstarch and water in a small bowl, then add to the chili. Stir gently and cook for an additional few minutes until the mixture thickens.
06 - Ladle chili into bowls and serve with preferred toppings such as chips, avocado, lime wedges, salsa, cheese, or jalapenos.

# Extra Suggestions:

01 - Increase the amount of green chiles or hot sauce for a spicier result. For a vegetarian version, replace chicken with additional beans or vegetables. Adjust chicken broth quantity to achieve preferred consistency.