Keto Cream Cheese Chicken Chili
A creamy, zesty blend of chicken and spices that delights!
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon butter or olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
- 1 medium green bell pepper, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 pounds ground chicken
- 2 teaspoons cumin
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon oregano
- 2 teaspoons salt
- 1/2 teaspoon pepper
- 3 cans green chiles (7 oz. each)
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 2 blocks full-fat cream cheese (8 oz. each)
- 1 lime juice (from 1 lime)
Optional toppings
- fresh cilantro
- lime wedges
- shredded cheese
Instructions
- In a large pot, warm the butter or olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and bell pepper, sautéing for 3 to 5 minutes until softened. Then, mix in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 2 to 3 minutes.
- Incorporate the ground chicken, cooking until fully done, about 10 minutes, breaking it apart as needed.
- Add cumin, chili powder, oregano, salt, and pepper, stirring well.
- Mix in the green chiles, followed by the chicken broth and heavy cream.
- Introduce the cream cheese blocks, simmering until melted and blended into the chili, about 10 to 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Squeeze in lime juice, reduce heat, and let simmer for at least 15 more minutes to enhance flavors.
- Serve with lime wedges, fresh cilantro, and shredded cheese if desired. Enjoy!
