White Chicken Chili

White Chicken Chili

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Ingredients

  • 1 pound chicken breasts

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

  • 1/2 of a medium diced yellow onion

  • 2 cloves minced garlic

  • 1 diced jalapeño (remove stems and seeds)

  • 2 teaspoons TJs Everything But the Elote seasoning (can sub 1 teaspoon cumin, 1/2 teaspoon chili powder, and 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika)

  • 1/2 teaspoon each salt and pepper

  • 1 can diced green chilies

  • 1/2 cup salsa verde

  • 1 quart chicken broth

  • 1 can pinto or white beans, drained and rinsed

  • 1 cup frozen corn

  • 1/2 cup half and half

  • 1/2 cup whipped cream cheese

  • Juice of half of a lime

  • 1 tablespoon chopped cilantro

  • Topping ideas: diced avocado, sour cream, shredded cheese, cilantro, green onions, pickled jalapeños, tortilla chips

Directions

  1. Heat olive oil in pot, add in onion, jalapeño, and garlic. Sauté for a few minutes until translucent

  2. Add seasonings and sauté another minute until fragrant

  3. Add in green chilies, salsa, and chicken broth and bring to a simmer. Add in chicken breasts, cover, and simmer about 15 minutes until chicken is cooked through

  4. Remove chicken from the pot, shred, and return to pot along with beans, corn, half and half, chopped cilantro, lime juice, and cream cheese. Stir until well combined and allow to simmer another 5-10 minutes

  5. Serve with your favorite toppings and enjoy!