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A bowl of creamy white chicken chili with Cajun spices and green chilies

Easy Cajun White Chicken Chili

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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings 6 servings
Calories 385 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1.5 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts, diced into 1/2-inch pieces
  • 1 medium yellow onion, diced
  • 1 green bell pepper, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic , minced
  • 2 cans (15.5 oz) cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 can (4 oz) diced green chilies
  • 3 cups low -sodium chicken broth
  • 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 0.5 tsp dried oregano
  • 4 oz cream cheese, softened and cubed
  • 0.5 cup heavy cream
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions
 

  • Heat olive oil in a large Dutch oven or heavy-bottomed pot over medium-high heat.
  • Add diced chicken and cook until browned on all sides, approximately 5 to 7 minutes.
  • Add onion and bell pepper to the pot and sauté for 4 minutes until softened.
  • Stir in garlic, Cajun seasoning, cumin, and oregano; cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  • Pour in chicken broth, white beans, and green chilies. Bring the mixture to a boil.
  • Reduce heat to low and simmer uncovered for 15 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
  • Stir in the cubed cream cheese and heavy cream, whisking gently until the cheese is completely melted and the sauce is smooth.
  • Simmer for an additional 5 minutes until the chili reaches the desired thickness.
  • Season with salt and pepper to taste and serve immediately.