Prepare Time
- Preparation Time: 15 minutes
- Cooking Time: 2 hours
- Total Time: 2 hours 15 minutes
Ingredients
- 1 pound of white beans, dry
- 5 tbsp. chicken broth
- 1/4 teaspoon butter
- 2 tablespoons chopped garlic
- 1-1/2 cups onions, diced
- 1 cup celery, diced
- 1 cup green chilies, diced
- 2 lb chicken breast, diced
- 2 tablespoons cumin
- 1 tablespoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon of white pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1 can of corn, drained
- 8 oz. cream cheese, cubed
Directions
- Prepare the Beans: Rinse the white beans and soak them overnight in water. Drain and rinse again before cooking.
- Cook the Chicken: In a large pot, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the chicken breast pieces and cook until browned. Remove the chicken and set aside.
- Sauté the Vegetables: In the same pot, add a tablespoon of chicken broth to deglaze, then sauté the onions, celery, and garlic until soft.
- Simmer the Chili: Return the chicken to the pot along with the soaked beans, remaining chicken broth, green chilies, cumin, oregano, white pepper, black pepper, and red pepper flakes. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer, covered, for about 1.5 hours, or until the beans are tender.
- Finish the Chili: Add the corn and cream cheese to the pot, stirring until the cream cheese is melted and the chili is creamy. Adjust seasoning as needed.
- Serve: Ladle the chili into bowls and serve with your desired garnishes.
Cook Notes
For a thicker chili, mash some of the beans slightly before adding the cream cheese. This will give the chili a richer consistency without altering the flavor.
Variations
Keto Version
Substitute the beans for chopped cauliflower to reduce the carbs and add extra chicken or vegetables for bulk.
Low-Carb Version
Follow the keto variation, and be mindful of the carb content in the cream cheese and corn, opting for lower-carb alternatives if necessary.
The Best Killer White Chili offers a spicy, creamy, and utterly satisfying meal that’s sure to become a staple in your recipe collection. Whether you’re feeding a crowd or looking for a comforting meal to enjoy at home, this chili is guaranteed to impress.
