Creamy Jalapeño White Chicken Chili
Creamy Jalapeño White Chicken Chili is the perfect comfort food for any chilly night. This delightful dish features tender, juicy chicken simmered in a rich and creamy broth, complemented by the zesty kick of jalapeños. Ideal for both novice cooks and seasoned chefs, this recipe combines easy preparation with incredible flavor. With its hearty ingredients and customizable toppings, it’s sure to become a staple in your kitchen. Whether you’re hosting friends or enjoying a cozy night in, this chili will warm you up from the inside out.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves about 4 people 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 teaspoons ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- Salt to taste
- 1 can (15 oz) white beans, drained and rinsed
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2–3 fresh jalapeños, diced
Instructions
- Season chicken breasts with salt. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat and cook chicken until no longer pink (about 5-7 minutes per side). Remove from pot.
- In the same pot, sauté diced onion and minced garlic until soft.
- Add ground cumin and chili powder; cook for about 1 minute to release flavors.
- Return chicken to the pot along with white beans and chicken broth. Bring to a gentle simmer.
- After about 15 minutes of simmering, stir in heavy cream and jalapeños; cook for another 5 minutes.
- Serve hot topped with optional cilantro, sour cream, or shredded cheese.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 790mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 90mg