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Creamy Pressure Cooker White Chicken Chili

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A quick and easy creamy white chicken chili made in a pressure cooker, perfect for cozy dinners with tender chicken, white beans, and a subtle kick from green chilies.

Ingredients

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  • 1.5 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 2 cans (15 ounces each) white beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 can (4 ounces) green chilies, mild or hot
  • 3 cups low sodium chicken broth
  • 1 medium onion, finely chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 teaspoons cumin
  • 1 teaspoon oregano
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack or cheddar cheese (optional)
  • Fresh cilantro, a handful chopped, for garnish
  • Lime wedges, for serving

Instructions

  1. Chop the onion finely and mince the garlic. Drain and rinse the white beans and green chilies. Soften the cream cheese ahead of time.
  2. Set your pressure cooker to the sauté setting. Add a splash of oil and cook the onion until translucent and soft, about 3-4 minutes. Stir in the garlic and cook another 30 seconds until fragrant.
  3. Stir in the cumin and oregano to toast lightly with the onion mixture. Pour in the chicken broth, scraping the bottom to loosen any browned bits.
  4. Nestle the chicken breasts into the broth, then add the drained white beans and green chilies on top. Do not stir; let the ingredients sit layered.
  5. Seal the pressure cooker lid and set to high pressure for 15 minutes. Allow a natural release for 10 minutes, then quick release any remaining pressure.
  6. Open the lid carefully. Remove the chicken breasts and shred them with two forks. Return the shredded chicken to the pot. Stir in the softened cream cheese until fully melted and incorporated.
  7. Stir in the shredded cheese until melted for extra richness (optional). Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  8. Ladle the chili into bowls and garnish with fresh cilantro and lime wedges. Serve immediately.

Notes

Do not stir ingredients before pressure cooking to avoid burn warnings. Use natural pressure release to keep chicken tender. Soften cream cheese before adding to avoid clumps. Use low sodium broth to control saltiness. Garnish with cilantro and lime for brightness. If chili is too thick, add broth or water; if too thin, simmer uncovered to thicken.

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