Description
Creamy White Chicken Chili is a warm, satisfying dish featuring tender shredded chicken, creamy white beans, mild spices, and melted plant-based cheese, creating a luscious texture and balanced flavor perfect for busy weeknights or cozy meals.
Ingredients
Scale
Proteins and Beans
- 2 large chicken breasts, shredded
- 2 cans (15 oz each) Great Northern or cannellini white beans, drained and rinsed
Aromatics and Vegetables
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cans (4 oz each) diced green chilies (natural)
Liquids and Sauces
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural)
Dairy and Thickening
- 1 cup plant-based cheese, shredded
- 1 teaspoon natural gelling agent
Spices
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon paprika
Fresh Finish
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice (natural)
Instructions
- Sauté Aromatics: Warm 1 tablespoon of oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add chopped onions and minced garlic, cooking until soft and fragrant to create the aromatic base of the chili.
- Add Spices and Chilies: Stir in cumin, oregano, paprika, and diced green chilies (natural). Toast the spices briefly to awaken their bright and earthy qualities that blend well with the chicken and beans.
- Pour in Broth and Vegetarian Worcestershire Sauce (natural): Add chicken broth and vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural), bringing the mixture to a gentle simmer to form the savory base.
- Incorporate Chicken and Beans: Add shredded chicken breasts and drained white beans, letting everything simmer so the ingredients absorb the spices and broth flavors.
- Blend Plant-Based Cheese and Natural Gelling Agent: Mix in plant-based cheese and natural gelling agent. Cook until the cheese melts completely and the chili thickens to a creamy texture.
- Finish with Fresh Lime and Cilantro: Just before serving, stir in fresh lime juice and chopped cilantro to add brightness and a fresh herbal note.
Notes
- Use freshly ground spices for the most vibrant flavor.
- Shred chicken while warm for easier handling.
- Simmer the chili slowly on low heat to deepen flavors and perfect creaminess.
- Adjust thickness by adding more broth for a thinner chili or more natural gelling agent for a thicker consistency.
- Skim off excess fat during simmering if a lighter texture is desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 65mg
Keywords: white chicken chili, creamy chili, plant-based cheese, chicken chili recipe, comforting meal
