Courtney Johnson . Nov 18 . 4 years ago Share Post

Creamy White Chicken Chilli

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Thick, creamy, flavorful, comforting, cheesy, and satisfying. Is there anything else you would want to describe a perfect bowl of chilli!? This white chicken chilli recipes fulfills all of those things and then some. It is a hearty meal that is filled with a variety of fresh ingredients to make a bowl full of creamy heaven. No matter what you choose to eat your bowl with, chips, crackers, corn chips, tortillas, cornbread, or any other favorite toppings, it will have your tastebuds asking for more. It is incredible on its own, but is also so satisfying with additional texture. Who doesn’t like topping on there chilli!?

Bowl of creamy white chicken chilli

This white chicken chilli just happens to be dairy free and gluten free. No heavy cream or cheese in this recipe, but that does not mean it is any less delicious. The chilli also has an option of being vegan if you choose to add another can of beans instead of chicken. It is so thick and creamy with an added subtle spice from the green chillis and roasted poblano. The roasted corn adds a hint of sweetness to balance out the spice. The chilli is filled with delicious herbs and spices to brings it all together. This recipe would be a hit for friends and family while watching your favorite sports team. It is a meal kids will not only love, but will provide them with a nutrient rich dinner.

Bowl of white chicken chilli

This is definitely a recipe I make a double batch of because the leftovers never last long and it is a great meal prep recipe to have throughout the week. It is also freezer friendly for an easy meal to pull out when you don’t feel like cooking or your craving a cozy bowl of chilli. This recipe is also even better the day after. It thickens after sitting in the fridge so it gets even creamier. After you make this chilli once, trust me when I say it will be on repeat because it is that good. So the next chilly night save this recipe to make for a hearty comforting meal that will please you and your loved ones! If you want another cozy soup option, then be sure to check out the best tortilla soup.

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Creamy White Chicken Chili

A healthy, hearty, and filling chilli filled with white beans, vegetables, spices, and chicken

Prep Time 20

Cook Time 50

Total Time 3 10

Servings

Calories 427kcal

Ingredients

2-3 cans white kidney beans 3 if not adding chicken
2 large chicken breast shredded or a small rotisserie chicken (omit if vegan)
1/2 cup nutritional yeast
5 corn tortillas
1 large poblano pepper roasted and deseeded
1/2 cup mild green salsa
1/2 tsp coriander
1/2 tsp cumin
1/2 tsp ground pepper
1 10-12 oz bag frozen corn
2 heaping tsp dried oregano
1 tsp salt
1 tbsp lime juice
1 4 oz can green chillis (mild)
2 large cloves garlic or 1 tbsp
1/2 large red onion
4 cups vegetable broth

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 400 and roast the poblano and frozen corn until poblano starts to blacken and corn starts to become golden brown (about 25-30 minutes)
Dice and sauté onion on medium high heat for 5 minutes until they start to become translucent then add in chopped garlic. Sauté for about 2 additional minutes until garlic is fragrant
Add in cumin, coriander, salt, pepper, oregano and green chillis and stir spices in. Saute for another 2-3 minutes.
Add in veggie broth and turn heat to medium low
In the food processor blend corn tortillas, nutritional yeast, green salsa, and one can of beans drained.
Add mixture into the broth and stir until mixture is smooth
Turn heat up to medium and add in chopped roasted poblano peppers and corn. I like a lot of corn but you can add as much as you would like
Add in beans and chicken and let chili simmer for 10 minutes to thicken stirring occasionally
Add in lime juice and cilantro and chilli is ready to serve!
Serve with sour cream, avocado, cornbread, chips, shredded cheeseServes 4-6 bowls and keep in fridge for up to 5 days or freeze for up to 3 months.