Garlic White Chicken Chili Recipe
Ah, garlic lovers, this one’s for you. If you’re tired of bland chicken chili and need more flavor, you’ve found it. This Garlic White Chicken Chili is the ultimate garlic-powered solution to your chili woes. Packed with tender chicken, creamy beans, and of course, enough garlic to ward off vampires (or anyone in your vicinity), this recipe is everything you never knew you needed. It’s the kind of chili that makes your taste buds sit up and pay attention. So, get ready for a flavor explosion that’ll leave you wondering why you didn’t try garlic in chili sooner.
Garlic White Chicken Chili Recipe
This garlic-infused white chicken chili is creamy, flavorful, and packed with garlic goodness. Perfect for garlic lovers everywhere.
Ingredients
- 1 lb chicken breast cooked and shredded
- 1 can 15 oz white beans (drained and rinsed)
- 1 can 4 oz diced green chilies
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 medium onion diced
- 6 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1/2 tsp chili powder
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the Chicken: In a large pot, sauté onions and garlic until fragrant, about 3 minutes.
- Add the Base: Stir in chicken, beans, green chilies, chicken broth, cumin, chili powder, and smoked paprika.
- Simmer: Let it simmer for 15 minutes to combine all the flavors.
- Add Cream & Cheese: Stir in heavy cream and shredded cheddar cheese. Continue simmering until cheese is melted and smooth.
- Season: Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper to taste.
Notes
Nutritional Values (Per Serving)
- Calories: 400
- Total Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 30g
Vitamins and Minerals (Per Serving)
- Vitamin A: 10%
- Vitamin C: 15%
- Calcium: 15%
- Iron: 10%
- Vitamin B6: 12%
Additional Notes/Tips to Enhance the Flavor for the Recipe
- More garlic: Can’t get enough garlic? Add more cloves to increase that savory punch.
- Spicy kick: Add fresh jalapeños for an added layer of heat.
- Top it off: Garnish with sour cream, fresh cilantro, or a squeeze of lime for extra zest.
