Description
Cream Cheese Chicken Chili is the ultimate comfort food that warms both body and soul. This heartwarming dish features tender chicken simmered in a creamy sauce infused with zesty spices, making it perfect for cozy nights or gatherings with friends. Each bowl is a delightful blend of flavors and textures, ensuring that every spoonful is as satisfying as the last.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (1 lb)
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 1 can (14.5 oz) fire-roasted diced tomatoes
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 8 oz full-fat cream cheese
- 2 tsp chili powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Prep your ingredients by dicing the onion and mincing the garlic. Cut chicken into bite-sized pieces.
- In a large pot over medium heat, add olive oil and sauté the onion until translucent (about 5 minutes). Add minced garlic and cook until fragrant.
- Add chicken pieces to the pot; season with salt, pepper, and chili powder. Cook until browned (7-8 minutes).
- Stir in canned tomatoes (with juices) and chicken broth; bring to a gentle simmer while stirring occasionally (about 10 minutes).
- Lower the heat, stir in cream cheese until fully melted and combined.
- Serve hot, garnished with optional toppings like chopped cilantro or shredded cheese.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 95mg