Description
Hearty low-carb white chicken chili promises a spicy southwestern comfort without carbohydrate guilt. Rich green chilies and tender chicken create a protein-packed meal that satisfies passionate home cooks seeking delicious, healthy alternatives.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 3 cups chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon Better Than Bouillon, chicken flavor
Vegetables and Peppers:
- 1 1/2 cups yellow onion, chopped
- 1 jalapeño, seeds and ribs removed, finely chopped
- 2 Anaheim peppers, seeds and ribs removed, chopped
- 1 bell pepper, chopped
- 6 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (10 ounces) Rotel diced tomatoes with juice
Seasonings and Finishing Ingredients:
- 1 tablespoon cumin
- 2 teaspoons chili powder
- 2 teaspoons oregano
- 2 teaspoons coriander
- 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened and cut into cubes
- 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
- 1/2 cup fresh cilantro, chopped (about 1 bunch)
Instructions
- Warm olive oil in a spacious pot, gently transforming diced onions, spicy jalapeno, mild Anaheim peppers, and vibrant bell peppers into a tender, aromatic foundation.
- Introduce minced garlic and a symphony of spices including cumin, chili powder, oregano, coriander, salt, and black pepper, allowing their essence to bloom and intensify for a brief moment.
- Pour in zesty Rotel tomatoes, rich chicken broth, and umami-packed Better Than Bouillon, creating a harmonious liquid base that will embrace the protein.
- Carefully nestle chicken breasts into the simmering liquid, allowing them to poach gently until perfectly cooked through and tender, approximately 10-12 minutes.
- Melt cream cheese into the bubbling mixture, whisking until a luxuriously smooth texture emerges, then brighten the chili with fresh lime juice and fragrant cilantro.
- Taste and calibrate seasonings, ensuring a perfect balance of flavors that dance across the palate.
- Ladle the steaming chili into bowls and garnish with optional low-carb accompaniments like crispy keto tortilla chips, melted Monterey Jack cheese, or an extra sprinkle of fresh cilantro.
Notes
- Swap chicken breasts with thighs for richer, more tender meat that stays juicy during cooking.
- Use full-fat cream cheese to ensure a thicker, creamier consistency and enhance the luxurious texture of the chili.
- Consider roasting peppers beforehand to intensify their smoky flavor and add deeper complexity to the dish.
- For dairy-free adaptation, replace cream cheese with coconut cream or cashew cream to maintain the creamy profile while keeping it low-carb and allergen-friendly.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 950 mg
- Fat: 24 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 10 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 32 g
- Cholesterol: 90 mg