This creamy white chicken chili is the ultimate comfort food—rich, hearty, and packed with flavor. It’s a cozy bowlful of tender chicken, white beans, and sweet corn in a luxuriously creamy broth that hits just right on chilly nights.
Why This Chili Works
It’s like your favorite white chicken chili—just creamier. A blend of broth, cream cheese, and sour cream adds luscious texture, while the spice blend gives it depth without being overpowering.
- Ultra Creamy: Thanks to cream cheese and sour cream.
- Full of Flavor: With garlic, onion, cumin, and chiles.
- Perfectly Balanced: Creamy but not heavy, hearty but not too thick.
- Flexible: Make it in a pot, crockpot, or even in the Instant Pot.
Ingredients You’ll Need
- Cooked Chicken – Shredded rotisserie makes this easy.
- White Beans – Cannellini or Great Northern.
- Green Chiles – For gentle spice and tang.
- Corn – Sweetness and crunch.
- Garlic & Onion – Classic flavor base.
- Chicken Broth – To bring it all together.
- Cream Cheese + Sour Cream – For that rich, silky finish.
- Spices – Cumin, oregano, chili powder, salt, pepper.
How to Make Creamy White Chicken Chili
- Sauté Base: In a large pot, sauté chopped onion and garlic in olive oil until softened.
- Add Main Ingredients: Stir in chicken, beans, green chiles, corn, broth, and spices.
- Simmer: Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer for 15–20 minutes.
- Cream It Up: Turn off heat and stir in cream cheese and sour cream until fully blended.
- Serve: Top with shredded cheese, cilantro, tortilla strips, or a squeeze of lime.
Tips and Variations
- Make It Richer: Use heavy cream instead of sour cream for an extra indulgent version.
- Spicy Option: Add jalapeños or extra chili powder.
- Veggie Boost: Stir in spinach or bell peppers near the end.
- Thicker Texture: Mash some beans or simmer longer to reduce.
What to Serve With It
Toppings
Shredded cheddar, avocado slices, fresh cilantro, green onions, tortilla strips.
Sides
Warm cornbread, garlic toast, or a crisp side salad.
Leftovers
Store in the fridge and reheat gently—it’s even better the next day.
Creamy White Chicken Chili
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: ~30 minutes
Servings: 4–6
This creamy white chicken chili is the ultimate comfort food—rich, hearty, and packed with flavor. It’s a cozy bowlful of tender chicken, white beans, and sweet corn in a luxuriously creamy broth that hits just right on chilly nights.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 cups cooked shredded chicken
- 2 cans (15 oz each) white beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can (4 oz) diced green chiles
- 1 cup corn (frozen or canned)
- 3 cups chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- ½ teaspoon chili powder
- ½ teaspoon dried oregano
- ½ teaspoon salt (or to taste)
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 block (8 oz) cream cheese, cubed
- ½ cup sour cream
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, sauté onion and garlic in olive oil until soft, about 3–4 minutes.
- Stir in shredded chicken, beans, green chiles, corn, broth, and spices.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15–20 minutes.
- Turn off heat and stir in cream cheese and sour cream until fully melted and smooth.
- Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
- Serve warm with toppings of your choice.
Notes
Leftover Idea: Spoon over rice or baked potatoes for a next-day remix.
Extra Creamy: Add a splash of heavy cream or more sour cream.
Spicy Kick: Add diced jalapeños or hot sauce to taste.
Thicker Chili: Mash some beans before cooking or simmer longer uncovered.
