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30-Minute Stovetop White Chicken Chili

A creamy white chicken chilli with cannellini beans, sweetcorn, green chillies and a gentle kick of spice.

The Stay At Home Chef

A creamy white chicken chilli with cannellini beans, sweetcorn, green chillies and a gentle kick of spice.

10 min
Prep time
20 min
Cook time
30 min
Total time
About 8 servings
Yield

Ingredients

15 ingredients
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breast (cubed)
  • 1 medium white onion (diced)
  • 4 medium celery ribs (diced)
  • 1 medium green bell pepper (diced)
  • 4 teaspoons minced garlic (about 4 cloves)
  • 2 teaspoons ground cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 3 (15 ounce cans) white cannellini beans (drained)
  • 1 cup frozen corn
  • 1 (4 ounce can) diced green chiles
  • 8 ounces cream cheese (cubed)
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro

Method

5 steps
  1. Pour olive oil into a large pot over medium high heat. Add in chicken and cook until browned, about 5 minutes.
  2. Add in onion, celery, and bell pepper and saute 5 to 7 minutes, until soft.
  3. Stir in garlic, cumin, chili powder, and cayenne pepper. Cook 1 minute.
  4. Pour in chicken broth, white beans, corn, and green chilis and bring to a simmer. Simmer 10 minutes.
  5. Stir in cream cheese until melted. Stir in cilantro and serve hot, plain or with desired toppings.
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Recipe notes

Helpful tips

  • Cut the chicken into evenly sized pieces so it cooks consistently.
  • Soften the onion, celery and pepper before adding the spices.
  • Add the cream cheese in small cubes so it melts smoothly.

Equipment

  • Large heavy-bottomed pot
  • Wooden spoon
  • Kitchen knife
  • Chopping board
  • Measuring cups and spoons

Storage

Cool promptly and refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 4 days. Reheat until piping hot throughout.

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