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Creamy White Chicken Chili Instant Pot Best Comfort Dinner Recipe

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This Creamy White Chicken Chili is a quick and easy Instant Pot recipe featuring tender chicken, smoky spices, white beans, and a luscious creamy finish. It’s the ultimate comfort food, perfect for busy weeknights, family gatherings, or whenever you need a cozy, satisfying meal.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts (or thighs)
  • 1 medium yellow onion, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 (4 oz) can diced green chilies
  • 2 (15 oz) cans white beans, drained and rinsed (Great Northern or cannellini)
  • 1 cup frozen corn (or fresh)
  • 2 cups low sodium chicken broth
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 1/2 tsp chili powder
  • 1/2 tsp smoked paprika (optional)
  • 1/2 tsp salt, plus more to taste
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 4 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1/2 cup half-and-half or whole milk
  • Olive oil (for sautéing)
  • Optional garnishes: Fresh cilantro, sliced green onions, diced avocado, shredded Monterey Jack or cheddar cheese, lime wedges, crushed tortilla chips

Instructions

  1. Dice the onion, mince the garlic, and cut the chicken breasts into large chunks (about 2 inches). Rinse and drain beans, measure out spices and creamy ingredients.
  2. Set your Instant Pot to ‘Sauté’ mode. Add a splash of olive oil, then sauté onion for 2-3 minutes until softened and fragrant. Add garlic and stir for another 30 seconds.
  3. Add diced green chilies, chicken chunks, beans, corn, cumin, oregano, chili powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Pour in chicken broth. Stir gently to combine, ensuring nothing is stuck to the bottom.
  4. Seal the Instant Pot lid and set valve to ‘Sealing.’ Cook on high pressure for 12 minutes (for chicken breasts) or 15 minutes (for thighs). If using pre-cooked rotisserie chicken, reduce to 6 minutes. Allow about 10 minutes for the pot to come to pressure.
  5. Once cook time ends, carefully perform a quick release. Open the lid.
  6. Remove chicken pieces with tongs and shred using two forks. Return shredded chicken to the pot.
  7. In a medium bowl, whisk together softened cream cheese, sour cream, and half-and-half until smooth. Stir this mixture into the hot chili. Switch Instant Pot to ‘Sauté’ mode and heat for 3-5 minutes, stirring, until the chili is thick, creamy, and heated through. Simmer longer if needed for desired thickness.
  8. Taste and adjust seasoning as desired.
  9. Ladle chili into bowls and top with desired garnishes such as shredded cheese, cilantro, avocado, crushed tortilla chips, and a squeeze of lime.

Notes

For a gluten-free version, ensure your chicken broth is certified gluten-free. For dairy-free, use vegan cream cheese and sour cream. Rotisserie chicken can be substituted for faster prep—reduce pressure cook time by half. For extra creaminess, blend a portion of the beans with broth before adding. Adjust spice level to taste. Leftovers store well and flavors deepen overnight.

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