Ingredients
Method
- Heat the olive oil in a large heavy bottomed pot over medium heat.
- Add the diced onion and cook, stirring occasionally, until soft and translucent, about 4 to 5 minutes.
- Stir in the garlic, cumin, oregano, cayenne, sea salt, and black pepper and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
- Pour in the chicken broth and add the green chiles, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pot.
- Bring to a gentle simmer and cook for 10 minutes to let the flavors meld.
- Reduce the heat to low and add the softened cream cheese a few cubes at a time, whisking or stirring constantly until fully melted and the broth is smooth.
- Stir in the shredded chicken and return the chili to a gentle simmer.
- Simmer for 15 to 20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until slightly thickened and the chicken is heated through.
- Stir in the heavy cream and simmer for 2 to 3 minutes more.
- Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt, pepper, or cayenne as desired.
- If the chili is too thick, add a splash of broth; if it is too thin, simmer uncovered for 5 minutes more until it reaches your preferred consistency.
- Ladle into bowls and serve hot with your favorite keto friendly toppings, if desired.
Notes
- Use rotisserie chicken or leftover cooked chicken to keep prep fast and easy.
- Soften the cream cheese at room temperature so it melts smoothly into the broth without lumps.
- Stir frequently after adding the dairy to prevent scorching on the bottom of the pot.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days; reheat gently and thin with a little broth if needed.
- Soften the cream cheese at room temperature so it melts smoothly into the broth without lumps.
- Stir frequently after adding the dairy to prevent scorching on the bottom of the pot.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days; reheat gently and thin with a little broth if needed.
