Description

This Instant Pot White Chicken Chili is a creamy, hearty dish that combines tender chicken, creamy beans, and zesty spices in a rich broth. Perfect for busy nights, it’s made in the Instant Pot for quick and easy preparation. With the addition of cream cheese and optional toppings like cheddar cheese, this chili is the ultimate comfort food for any occasion.

Ingredients

2 cups low-sodium chicken broth

540 ml canned white kidney beans (19 oz), drained and rinsed

341 ml canned corn (12 oz), drained

1 medium onion, finely chopped

127 ml canned green chiles (4.3 oz)

2–3 teaspoons chili powder (adjust to taste)

¾ teaspoon salt

4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts

4 oz cream cheese (room temperature)

Cornstarch + water (optional, for thickening)

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Instructions

Add ingredients to the Instant Pot: Place chicken breasts, chicken broth, white kidney beans, corn, chopped onion, green chiles, chili powder, and salt into the Instant Pot. Stir to combine.
Pressure cook: Seal the Instant Pot lid and set the valve to sealing. Set the Instant Pot to high pressure for 15 minutes.
Release pressure: After cooking, let the Instant Pot naturally release pressure for 5 minutes, then do a quick release for the remaining pressure.
Shred the chicken: Remove the chicken breasts, shred with forks, and return the shredded chicken to the pot.
Add cream cheese: Stir in the room-temperature cream cheese until fully incorporated and creamy.
Thicken the chili (optional): For a thicker chili, mix cornstarch with water and stir it into the soup. Let it simmer for a few minutes to thicken.
Serve: Taste and adjust seasoning. Serve hot with your favorite toppings like cheese or cilantro.

Notes

Spicy Version: Add more chili powder, jalapeños, or use spicy green chiles for extra heat.

Dairy-Free Option: Replace the cream cheese with coconut milk or non-dairy cream for a dairy-free version.

Add More Veggies: Add bell peppers, zucchini, or spinach to boost flavor and nutrition.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Category: Soup
Method: Instant Pot
Cuisine: Mexican-American