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A bowl of creamy white chicken chili garnished with fresh cilantro
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Keto White Chicken Chili (Creamy & High Protein)

Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time30 minutes
Total Time45 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 485kcal

Ingredients

  • 2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts, cooked and shredded
  • 1 tbsp avocado oil
  • 1 medium yellow onion, finely diced
  • 3 cloves garlic , minced
  • 2 (4 oz) cans diced green chiles
  • 4 cups chicken bone broth
  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened and cubed
  • 1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1/2 tsp dried oregano
  • 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
  • 1/2 tsp sea salt
  • 1/2 tsp cracked black pepper
  • 1/2 cup fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

  • Place a large heavy-bottomed Dutch oven or stockpot over medium heat and add the avocado oil.
  • Add the diced onion to the pot and sauté for 5 minutes, or until the onions are translucent and slightly softened.
  • Add the minced garlic and cook for 60 seconds until fragrant, ensuring the garlic does not brown.
  • Stir in the diced green chiles, ground cumin, dried oregano, and cayenne pepper, allowing the spices to bloom for 1 minute.
  • Pour in the chicken bone broth and bring the liquid to a gentle boil.
  • Reduce the heat to medium-low (simmer) and add the pre-cooked shredded chicken to the pot.
  • Add the cubed cream cheese and whisk continuously until the cheese is completely melted and the broth is smooth and creamy.
  • Stir in the heavy whipping cream and continue to simmer for 10-15 minutes to allow the chili to reach the desired consistency.
  • Perform a final seasoning check, adding sea salt and black pepper according to technical taste requirements.
  • Ladle into bowls and garnish with fresh chopped cilantro before serving.