Description
Craving a warm, cozy dinner with bold flavors and creamy texture? This Creamy Green Chicken Chili is a hearty one-pot wonder perfect for chilly evenings, meal prep, or game-day feasting. It brings together shredded chicken, corn, white beans, green chiles, and cream cheese for a thick, rich bowl of chili that’s comforting and quick. A twist on classic chili, this recipe is ideal for easy dinner ideas, healthy comfort food, and anyone looking for quick weeknight meals or new food ideas. Top it with sour cream or jalapeños for a flavorful finish.
Ingredients
2 cups shredded chicken
1 cup roasted green chiles
1 can (15 oz) white beans, drained and rinsed
1 cup corn (fresh, canned, or frozen)
3 cups chicken broth
4 oz cream cheese
1 small yellow onion, diced
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon chili powder
1/4 cup chopped cilantro
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
Salt and pepper to taste
Olive oil for sautéing
Instructions
1. Sauté diced onion and garlic in olive oil over medium heat until soft and fragrant.
2. Stir in shredded chicken, green chiles, white beans, corn, and chicken broth.
3. Add cumin, oregano, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine.
4. Bring to a simmer, then reduce heat and add cream cheese. Stir until melted and creamy.
5. Simmer uncovered for 10–15 minutes, allowing flavors to develop.
6. Finish with lime juice and chopped cilantro.
7. Serve hot with your favorite toppings like sour cream or jalapeños.
Notes
For extra flavor, use fire-roasted green chiles or a blend of mild and hot chiles.
To thicken the chili, mash some of the white beans before adding or simmer longer uncovered.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Soup, Chili
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American, Tex-Mex
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 390
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 870mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: easy dinner, comfort food, chicken chili, creamy soup, one-pot meals