Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- Add the chicken breasts and broth to a 3- to 4-quart Dutch oven or soup pot. Bring to a simmer over medium-high heat, then reduce to medium-low. Cover and simmer for 15 minutes, or until a meat thermometer reads 165°F when inserted into the thickest part of the chicken.
- Remove the cooked chicken to a cutting board and let it rest for 1-2 minutes. Use two forks to shred it into bite-sized pieces. Return the shredded chicken back to the pot with the broth.
- Add the beans, corn, green chiles, hot sauce, chili powder, onion powder, and salt. Stir to combine evenly.
- Cut the cream cheese into small cubes and stir into the pot. Cover and simmer over medium-low heat for 10 minutes, stirring every 2-3 minutes as the cream cheese gradually melts into a creamy sauce.
- For an even thicker consistency, whisk together the cornstarch and water in a small bowl and stir into the simmering chili during the last few minutes of cooking. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
- Serve hot with your favorite toppings such as tortilla chips, avocado, lime wedges, salsa, shredded cheese, or jalapeños.
Notes
Can be made in a slow cooker: Add all ingredients and cook on low for 4-6 hours. Shred chicken and stir back in. Freezer-friendly for up to 3 months. Reheat with extra broth or cream to restore consistency. The chili will thicken as it cools.
