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Bowl of Keto White Chicken Chili garnished with cilantro and cheese

Keto White Chicken Chili

A creamy, flavorful chili featuring tender shredded chicken, zesty green chiles, and a blend of spices that is low in carbs but high in protein, perfect for a cozy meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: dinner
Cuisine: American, Keto
Calories: 300
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 tbsp Olive oil
  • 1 small Yellow onion (diced)
  • 4 cloves Garlic (minced)
  • 4 cups Reduced sodium chicken broth
  • 1/2 cup Heavy cream
  • 1 4-oz can Diced green chiles (drained)
  • 1 tsp Cumin
  • 1 tsp Dried oregano
  • 1/4 tsp Cayenne pepper (optional)
  • 1/2 tsp Sea salt (to taste)
  • 1/2 tsp Black pepper (to taste)
  • 8 oz Cream cheese (at room temperature)
  • 1 cup Shredded Mexican blend cheese
  • 4 cups Shredded chicken Cooked and shredded, can use rotisserie chicken.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
  2. Add the diced onion and minced garlic, sautéing for about 3-4 minutes until the onions are softened and translucent.
Cooking
  1. Stir in 4 cups of shredded chicken, followed by 1 teaspoon of cumin, 1 teaspoon of oregano, and a dash of cayenne if using.
  2. Add 4 cups of reduced-sodium chicken broth to the pot. Raise the heat and bring it to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat to medium.
  3. Lower the heat and add 1/2 cup of heavy cream and 8 ounces of room temperature cream cheese, stirring until everything is creamy and smooth.
  4. Add in the drained diced green chiles and season with 1/2 teaspoon of sea salt and 1/2 teaspoon of black pepper to taste. Let it simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  5. After simmering, check the seasoning and adjust as necessary.

Notes

For added flavor, consider toasting the spices in the pot before adding liquids. Customize the heat by experimenting with more cayenne pepper or jalapeños.