Name: Chicken Chili
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 50 min
Total time: 1 h
Yield: 4 Servings
Cuisine: American

Jule’s Menu Verified

February 13, 2026

This recipe is a creamy, comforting version of white chicken chili that swaps the traditional beef and beans for tender chicken and cannellini beans, simmered with jalapeño, onion, garlic, and warming spices. It’s cooked until rich and hearty, then finished with cream cheese and lime for extra creaminess and bright flavor, making it a satisfying, protein‑rich meal that pairs beautifully with avocado, cheese, fresh herbs, or bread.

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Chicken Chili

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Ingredients

WarningMilk and 5 other allergens identified

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Instructions

Place all the ingredients for the spice mix in a bowl and set aside. Peel the onion and garlic cloves and finely dice them. Halve the jalapeño lengthwise, remove the seeds, and slice the chili into thin strips.

Pour the oil into a large, wide pot and add the onions and jalapeño strips. Sauté both over medium heat with a pinch of salt for 3 to 4 minutes, until the onions are translucent. Add the garlic and sauté for another minute.

Add the flour and spice mix to the pot and sauté for another 1 to 2 minutes, stirring constantly, until the flour smell disappears. Slowly pour in the broth, stirring well to scrape up any flour and browned bits from the bottom of the pot.

Now skim off about 100 milliliters of the broth and put it into a food processor or blender along with a quarter of the beans and blend until smooth.

Add whole and pureed beans to the pot and simmer the chili uncovered over medium heat for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent burning.

After 15 minutes, add the corn and stir well. Place the chicken fillets in the pot and reduce the heat slightly so that the chicken can cook gently in the simmering chili for 15 to 30 minutes, depending on the thickness of the fillets, until cooked through and reaching an internal temperature of 74°C (165°F).

Once the meat is cooked, remove the fillets from the pot and shred them into bite-sized pieces on a plate using two forks. Then return the shredded chicken to the pot.

Reduce the heat and stir the cream cheese into the chili until completely melted. Season the chili with salt, pepper, and lime juice, and serve with your choice of sides and toppings.

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Tips & Tricks (5)

Spice Bloom Technique 🌶️
Toast your dry spices like cumin, coriander, and paprika in the olive oil for 30-45 seconds before adding other ingredients to unlock their full aromatic potential.
Chicken Moisture Magic 💦
Dust your chicken breast with a light coating of flour before searing to create a protective layer that helps retain moisture and creates a delicate crust.
Cream Cheese Smoothness 🥛
Temper the cream cheese by bringing it to room temperature and whisking it gradually into the chili to prevent clumping and ensure a silky, smooth texture.
Bean Cooking Hack 🫘
If using canned cannellini beans, rinse them thoroughly to remove excess sodium and prevent a metallic taste in your chili.
Layered Heat Strategy 🔥
Use both fresh jalapeños and cayenne pepper to create a multi-dimensional heat profile that builds complexity in your chili's flavor.

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Hi, I’m Julia, and I’m the recipe developer, photographer, and author behind Jules’ Menu. I’ve spent the last eight years perfecting healthy everyday recipes so they strike the perfect balance between healthy and nourishing, simple and practical, and gourmet-level delicious.