Creamy One-Pot White Chicken Chili with Garlic and Cumin
This creamy one-pot white chicken chili is packed with flavor from garlic and cumin, making it a comforting and hearty dish. It's perfect for a cozy meal any day of the week.
Ingredients
- 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 can 15 oz white beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can 4 oz diced green chilies
- 1 medium onion finely chopped
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup corn kernels fresh or frozen
- to taste Salt and freshly ground black pepper
- to taste Fresh cilantro leaves for garnish
- 1 Juice of lime
Instructions
- Heat a splash of olive oil in a large pot over medium heat and add the chopped onion.
- Sauté for about 3-4 minutes until the onion is soft and translucent.
- Stir in the minced garlic, ground cumin, and chili powder, cooking for an additional minute.
- Add the diced chicken pieces, season with salt and pepper, and cook for 5-7 minutes until browned.
- Pour in the chicken broth, then add the rinsed white beans, diced green chilies, and corn.
- Bring the chili to a boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer uncovered for 20 minutes.
- Shred the chicken in the pot with a fork for a heartier texture.
- Squeeze in the fresh lime juice and adjust seasoning if needed.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh cilantro.
Notes
Serve with warm tortillas or cornbread for a complete meal.