Paula Deen White Chicken Chilli Recipe
Paula Deen White Chicken Chili Recipe is creamy, hearty and full of flavor. It is perfect for cozy dinners.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium onion chopped
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 2 cups cooked shredded chicken
- 2 cans white beans drained and rinsed
- 1 can diced green chilies
- 3 cups chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
Instructions
Heat the Oil
- Heat olive oil in large pot over medium heat. Make sure oil is warm before adding vegetables.
Cook Onion and Garlic
- Add chopped onion and garlic. Cook for four minutes until soft and fragrant.
Add Shredded Chicken
- Stir in cooked shredded chicken. Mix well so chicken absorbs onion and garlic flavor.
Add Beans and Chilies
- Add white beans and diced green chilies. Stir gently to combine ingredients evenly.
Pour Chicken Broth
- Slowly add chicken broth into pot. Stir well and bring mixture to gentle boil.
Add Seasonings
- Add cumin, chili powder, paprika, salt and pepper. Mix well for even seasoning.
Simmer the Chili
- Reduce heat and let chili simmer for 20 minutes. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
Add Cream and Sour Cream
- Lower heat and stir in heavy cream and sour cream. Mix until smooth and creamy.
Final Simmer
- Let chili cook for five more minutes. Do not boil after adding cream.
Garnish and Serve
- Turn off heat. Sprinkle chopped cilantro on top before serving warm.
Notes
- Use rotisserie chicken for quicker cooking.
- Mash some beans for thicker chili texture.
- Add jalapeño for extra spice.
- Replace heavy cream with Greek yogurt for lighter option.
- Add corn for sweet flavor contrast.
- Top with shredded cheese for extra richness.