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Instant Pot White Chicken Chili

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Instant Pot White Chicken Chili is the ultimate comfort food, perfect for chilly nights. This creamy, flavor-packed dish combines tender chicken, white beans, and a hint of spice, delivering warmth and satisfaction in every bite. Easy to prepare in just one pot, this chili will quickly become a favorite for gatherings or cozy dinners at home.

Ingredients

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  • 34 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
  • 2 cups canned white beans (like cannellini or great northern)
  • 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1 medium yellow onion, diced
  • 4 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 can (4 oz) diced green chiles
  • 2 tsp cumin
  • 2 tsp chili powder
  • 4 oz cream cheese
  • Fresh cilantro (optional)

Instructions

  1. Prepare your ingredients: Dice the onion and mince the garlic.
  2. Sauté aromatics: In the Instant Pot on sauté mode, heat oil and cook the onions until translucent (3-4 minutes). Add garlic; stir until fragrant.
  3. Add chicken and spices: Incorporate chicken breasts with cumin and chili powder; cook until aromatic.
  4. Pour in broth & beans: Add chicken broth and drained white beans; mix gently.
  5. Add green chiles: Stir in the canned green chiles.
  6. Cook under pressure: Secure lid; set to high pressure for 15 minutes. Allow natural release for 10 minutes before quick releasing.
  7. Shred chicken: Use two forks to shred chicken directly in the pot; stir in softened cream cheese until creamy.

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