Easy Delicious Creamy White Chili
Alright, gather ’round, folks, and try not to trip over the mountain of laundry I’ve abandoned in the kitchen corner. Today we’re diving headfirst into a bowl of something so ridiculously comforting and easy, it feels like cheating – my Easy Delicious Creamy White Chili. Forget those heavy, red chilis that stain your teeth and require three days of simmering. This is its cooler, creamier cousin who shows up to the party effortlessly chic and ready to impress without any fuss. It’s perfect for those nights when you want something hearty but also want to be able to find your couch before midnight.
My husband, bless his heart, is usually a red chili purist. “Chili isn’t chili unless it’s got, you know, *red* in it,” he’d declare, usually while wiping a smear of actual red chili from his chin. So, the first time I made this Easy Delicious Creamy White Chili, he looked at it with suspicion, like it was a foreign object that might demand to see his papers. “Is this… soup?” he asked, pushing it around with his spoon. My kids, naturally, declared it “too white” and proceeded to cover it in so much shredded cheese and tortilla chips it looked like a small, cheesy mountain range. But then, a funny thing happened. One bite led to another, then a full bowl, then a second. The next day, I caught my husband trying to subtly sneak the leftovers for lunch. “It’s… surprisingly good for not being red,” he mumbled, caught red-handed (or perhaps white-handed?). It’s become a regular request, proving that sometimes, even the most stubborn palates can be swayed by a little creamy magic.
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Why You’ll Love This Easy Delicious Creamy White Chili
You’ll fall head over heels for this chili because it’s basically a warm hug in a bowl, without the awkward physical contact. It’s the kind of meal that screams “I tried!” but secretly only took like, thirty minutes of actual effort. Plus, it’s hearty enough to silence even the most bottomless pits in your household (looking at you, teenagers) but light enough that you won’t feel like you swallowed a brick. It’s also shockingly customizable, so if you’re missing an ingredient, just shrug and pretend it was intentional – culinary genius, darling.
Time-Saving Hacks
– Shortcut that keeps you sane: Honestly, a rotisserie chicken is your best friend here. Shred it, toss it in, and pretend you spent hours slow-cooking poultry. No one needs to know your secret.
– Hack that saves dishes but still looks like effort: This is a one-pot wonder, people! Seriously, cook everything from start to finish in one big pot. Less scrubbing means more wine-o’clock.
– The sneaky “cheat” you always pull when you’re in a rush: Canned beans. Don’t even bother soaking or cooking dry beans unless you’ve got time to spare and a desire for extra dishes. Just open, rinse, and dump. Boom.
Kitchen Confessions
– The disaster story: Once, in a fit of multitasking madness, I totally forgot to stir the bottom and ended up with a slightly-charred, smoky layer of cream cheese stuck to the pot. It added a certain *je ne sais quoi* I called “rustic,” but really, it was just burnt.
– A silly mistake you or your family made with this recipe: My youngest once dumped a whole extra spoonful of cayenne pepper in, thinking it was “just more orange spice.” We learned a lot about hydration that night.
– Honest admission: the messy part you secretly skip: I rarely bother with perfectly uniform diced onions. A rough chop? Absolutely. Small, elegant pieces? Nah, they’ll soften down, who cares?
What to Serve It With
Honestly, this chili is a star on its own, but if you want to be extra, some crusty bread for dipping is divine. A handful of tortilla chips (for scooping, obviously), a dollop of sour cream or Greek yogurt, a sprinkle of fresh cilantro, and some sliced avocado really take it over the top. Or just eat it plain with a spoon while standing over the stove, no judgment.
Tips & Mistakes
Don’t let this chili come to a rolling boil once you’ve added the cream cheese or milk; gentle simmering is key to keeping it smooth and creamy without curdling. Taste as you go! Spices can vary in potency, so start with the lower end of the suggested amount and add more until it sings to your taste buds. And please, for the love of all that is holy, don’t forget to rinse your canned beans; it makes a huge difference in flavor and digestion.
Storage Tips
Keep it in the fridge… assuming there’s anything left. Midnight cold bites? Honestly better than fresh.
Variations and Substitutions
Swap whatever—honey ↔ sugar, tamari ↔ soy sauce—or skip a step and call it rustic. Still edible.
Frequently Asked Questions
Easy Delicious Creamy White Chili
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1.5 lb ground chicken
- 1 cup onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 cups chicken broth
- 2 cups cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup corn, frozen
- 1 cup cream cheese
- 1.5 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp salt
- 0.5 tsp black pepper
- 0.5 tsp paprika
- 0.5 cup cilantro, chopped for garnish
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- In a large pot, sauté the diced onion and minced garlic until soft.
- Add the ground chicken and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spoon.
- Stir in the chicken broth, cannellini beans, and corn; bring to a simmer.
- Mix in the cream cheese, cumin, salt, black pepper, and paprika; stir until combined and creamy.
- Allow the chili to simmer for about 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Garnish with chopped cilantro before serving.
Notes
Nutrition
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