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A bowl of creamy white chicken chili topped with cilantro, cheese, and lime wedges
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Ultimate Creamy White Chicken Chili Soup

Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time30 minutes
Total Time45 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 450kcal

Ingredients

  • 1.5 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 medium yellow onion, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic , minced
  • 30 oz Great Northern beans, rinsed and drained
  • 7 oz diced green chilies
  • 3 cups low -sodium chicken broth
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 0.5 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 0.5 teaspoon chili powder
  • 0.25 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1 cup frozen corn
  • 4 oz cream cheese, softened and cubed
  • 0.5 cup sour cream
  • 0.5 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
  • Fresh cilantro , lime wedges, and Monterey Jack cheese for garnish

Instructions

  • Heat olive oil in a large Dutch oven over medium heat and sauté the onion for 5 minutes until translucent.
  • Add minced garlic and cook for 60 seconds until fragrant.
  • Stir in chicken broth, green chilies, cumin, oregano, chili powder, and cayenne pepper.
  • Place chicken breasts in the liquid, bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
  • Transfer chicken to a plate, shred using two forks, and return the meat to the pot.
  • Stir in the beans and corn, simmering for an additional 5 minutes.
  • Add the softened cream cheese cubes and whisk until melted and the soup is smooth.
  • Remove from heat, stir in sour cream, and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.
  • Serve immediately with desired toppings like cilantro, lime, and shredded cheese.