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Keto White Chicken Chili

Creamy Keto White Chicken Chili for Cozy Nights

This Creamy Keto White Chicken Chili is a low-carb twist on a classic, perfect for warming up on chilly nights.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 6 cups
Course: Soups
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Adds richness and creaminess
  • 4 cups Chicken Broth Forms the soup base for flavor
  • 1 small Yellow Onion (diced) Builds a sweet base flavor
  • 4 cloves Garlic (minced) Adds aroma and depth
  • to taste Sea Salt Enhances all other flavors
  • 0.5 tsp Black Pepper Adds seasoning to balance flavors
For the Chicken
  • 4 cups Shredded Chicken Acts as the main protein
For the Creamy Element
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese (softened) Creates the rich, creamy texture
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Enhances the chili's creamy texture
  • 1 cup Mexican Blend Cheese Provides melty texture and flavor
For the Spices
  • 0.25 tsp Cayenne Pepper Adds spice
  • 1 tsp Dried Oregano Provides herbal notes
  • 1 tsp Cumin Deepens the chili's flavor profile
For the Heat
  • 4 oz Green Chiles Contributes mild heat and flavor
  • 2 tbsp Olive Oil Used for sautéing aromatics

Equipment

  • Large pot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Keto White Chicken Chili
  1. Start by dicing one small yellow onion and mincing four cloves of garlic.
  2. In a large pot, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and sauté for about 5-7 minutes until softened.
  3. Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant but not browned.
  4. Pour in 4 cups of chicken broth and add the green chiles, oregano, cumin, and cayenne pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to simmer for 40 minutes.
  5. Lower the heat and add the cream cheese in chunks, stirring until smooth. Gradually mix in heavy cream and Mexican blend cheese.
  6. Stir in the shredded chicken and allow to simmer for an additional 5 minutes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 25gFat: 28gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

This chili can be easily customized with different proteins and spice levels. Perfect for meal prep and leftovers!

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