Ingredients
1 medium onion, diced
2 tablespoons olive oil
3 cloves garlic, minced
4 cups chicken broth
1 (4 oz) can diced mild green chilies
2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
Salt and black pepper to taste
8 ounces (approx. 1 cup) light cream cheese, cut into small cubes
1 cup frozen corn (or 1 can corn, drained)
1 (15 oz) can cannellini beans (or great northern beans), drained and rinsed
2 cups shredded cooked chicken (rotisserie or leftover)
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
Instructions
1-Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. SautΓ© 1 medium diced onion for about 4 minutes.
2-Add 3 cloves minced garlic; sautΓ© for 30 seconds longer.
3-Add 4 cups chicken broth, 1 (4 oz) can diced mild green chilies (with juice), 2 teaspoons ground cumin, 1 teaspoon paprika, 1 teaspoon dried oregano, 1/2 teaspoon ground coriander, 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper to taste. Bring to a boil.
4-Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer for 15 minutes.
5-Measure out 1 cup of the rinsed cannellini beans. Set the remaining beans aside. In a blender or food processor, puree the 1 cup of beans with 1/4 cup of the simmering soup broth until nearly smooth.
6-Add 8 ounces light cream cheese cubes, 1 cup frozen corn, the remaining whole beans, and the pureed bean mixture to the pot. Stir well until the cheese melts.
7-Simmer for an additional 5 to 10 minutes.
8-Stir in 2 cups shredded cooked chicken, 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice, and 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro. Heat through.
9-Serve hot, offering optional toppings like shredded cheese, avocado slices, or tortilla chips on the side.
Last Step:
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π₯ Using rotisserie or leftover shredded chicken enhances flavor and prevents dryness.
π₯ Pureeing part of the beans with broth adds creaminess without extra dairy or flour.
πΆ Mild green chilies are recommended unless you prefer more heat; fresh lime juice adds bright flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Soup, Main Course
- Method: SautΓ©ing, Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 383
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 525 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Carbohydrates: 35 g
- Fiber: 8 g
- Protein: 33 g
- Cholesterol: 77 mg
