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Creamy White Chicken Chili Recipe with Corn and Jalapeños

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A cozy, creamy white chicken chili with sweet corn and a gentle jalapeño kick, perfect for quick and comforting meals.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups cooked shredded chicken (rotisserie chicken works perfectly for a shortcut)
  • 2 cans (15 oz / 425 g each) great northern beans or cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup fresh or frozen corn kernels
  • 2 fresh jalapeños, seeded and finely chopped (adjust heat to taste)
  • 1 medium yellow onion, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 4 cups (32 fl oz / 950 ml) low-sodium chicken broth
  • ½ cup (4 fl oz / 120 ml) sour cream or Greek yogurt
  • ¼ cup (2 fl oz / 60 ml) heavy cream (optional)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • A handful fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
  • Lime wedges (for serving)

Instructions

  1. Dice the onion and mince the garlic. Finely chop the jalapeños, removing seeds if less heat is desired. Drain and rinse the beans and corn if using canned or frozen.
  2. Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large heavy-bottomed pot over medium heat. Add diced onion and cook for 4-5 minutes until translucent and soft.
  3. Add garlic and jalapeños, stirring for about 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn the garlic.
  4. Sprinkle in cumin, oregano, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Stir well and toast the spices for about 30 seconds.
  5. Pour in the chicken broth and add the drained beans. Bring to a gentle simmer, then reduce heat to medium-low and cook for 10 minutes to meld flavors.
  6. Using an immersion blender, blend about half the chili in the pot to create a creamy base while leaving some beans whole for texture. If using a regular blender, blend in batches and return to pot.
  7. Stir in shredded chicken, corn, sour cream (or Greek yogurt), and heavy cream if using. Simmer for another 5-7 minutes until heated through and slightly thickened.
  8. Taste and adjust seasoning with extra salt, pepper, or jalapeño for more heat if desired.
  9. Just before serving, stir in chopped cilantro and squeeze lime juice to brighten the flavors.

Notes

Blend only half the beans to maintain a creamy texture with some whole beans for bite. Sauté aromatics gently to avoid burning garlic. Lower heat when adding sour cream or Greek yogurt to prevent curdling. Add extra broth or water if chili becomes too thick. Roasting jalapeños before adding can add smoky flavor.

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