# Components:
→ Proteins
01 - 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
→ Vegetables
02 - 1 medium yellow onion, diced
03 - 2 garlic cloves, minced
04 - 1 jalapeño, seeded and finely chopped (optional)
05 - 1 can (4 ounces) diced green chilies
06 - 1 red bell pepper, diced
→ Beans & Broth
07 - 2 cans (15 ounces each) white beans (cannellini or great northern), drained and rinsed
08 - 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
→ Dairy
09 - 2/3 cup heavy cream
10 - 4 ounces cream cheese, softened and cubed
→ Spices & Seasonings
11 - 1 teaspoon ground cumin
12 - 1 teaspoon dried oregano
13 - 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
14 - 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
15 - 1/4 teaspoon ground coriander
16 - Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
→ Garnishes (optional)
17 - Chopped fresh cilantro
18 - Sliced green onions
19 - Shredded Monterey Jack or cheddar cheese
20 - Lime wedges
# Directions:
01 - Season the chicken breasts with salt and freshly ground black pepper.
02 - Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the chicken and sear each side for 3 to 4 minutes until lightly golden but not fully cooked. Remove and set aside.
03 - In the same pot, add diced onion, red bell pepper, and chopped jalapeño. Cook for 4 to 5 minutes until softened. Stir in minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
04 - Add diced green chilies, ground cumin, dried oregano, chili powder, smoked paprika, and ground coriander. Stir to evenly coat the vegetables with the spice blend.
05 - Stir in drained white beans and pour the chicken broth into the pot. Return the partially cooked chicken to the mixture.
06 - Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, then reduce heat to simmer uncovered for 15 to 20 minutes, until chicken is cooked through and flavors meld.
07 - Remove the chicken from the pot and shred it using two forks, then return the shredded meat to the chili.
08 - Stir in cream cheese until fully melted. Add the heavy cream, then simmer for 5 more minutes while stirring occasionally until the chili is creamy and heated through. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed.
09 - Serve hot, topped with optional fresh cilantro, sliced green onions, shredded cheese, and lime wedges as desired.
