Mexican White Chicken Chili

Warm up with a bowl of comforting and flavor-packed Mexican White Chicken Chili, a creamy twist on a classic chili recipe that’s perfect for cozy nights or casual gatherings. Made with tender shredded chicken, creamy cannellini beans, mild diced green chilies, and a medley of bold spices like cumin, chili powder, and paprika, this hearty dish is brought to life with a luscious combination of cream cheese and heavy cream. Simmered to perfection, this chili boasts just the right balance of heat and richness, topped off with optional fresh cilantro and a squeeze of lime for a refreshing finish. Quick to prepare in just 50 minutes and serving six, it’s an easy one-pot meal that’s as satisfying as it is delicious. Perfect for fans of comfort food with a Mexican twist, this recipe will become a family favorite in no time!

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 3 cups Cooked shredded chicken
• 2 cans Cannellini beans (white kidney beans), drained and rinsed
• 1 can (4 oz) Diced green chilies
• 4 cups Chicken broth
• 4 oz Cream cheese, softened
• 1 cup Heavy cream
• 1 medium Yellow onion, diced
• 3 Garlic cloves, minced
• 2 tbsp Olive oil
• 2 tsp Ground cumin
• 1 tsp Chili powder
• 1 tsp Paprika
• 1 tsp Dried oregano
• 1 tsp Salt
• 0.5 tsp Black pepper
• 2 tbsp Fresh cilantro, chopped (optional, for garnish)
• 1 Fresh lime wedges (optional, for serving)

Directions

Step 1

In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat the olive oil over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the diced onion and sauté for 5-6 minutes until softened and translucent.

Step 3

Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.

Step 4

Stir in the ground cumin, chili powder, paprika, oregano, salt, and black pepper. Cook for 1-2 minutes, allowing the spices to become aromatic.

Step 5

Add the shredded chicken, drained cannellini beans, diced green chilies, and chicken broth to the pot. Stir to combine.

Step 6

Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer uncovered for 20 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.

Step 7

In a small bowl, soften the cream cheese by microwaving it for 15-20 seconds. Stir it into the chili until fully incorporated and creamy.

Step 8

Pour in the heavy cream and stir to combine. Let the chili simmer for an additional 5 minutes.

Step 9

Taste and adjust seasonings as necessary.

Step 10

Serve hot, garnished with fresh cilantro and a squeeze of lime, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	3159.1 grams (3159.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3555

Total Fat 178.60g	229%
Saturated Fat 83.90g	420%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 974mg	325%
Sodium 6562mg	285%
Total Carbohydrate 169.50g	62%
Dietary Fiber 46.10g	165%
Total Sugars 19.30g
Protein 293.30g	587%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 819mg	63%
Iron 36mg	199%
Potassium 6111mg	130%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 46.5%

Protein: 33.9%

Carbs: 19.6%