Description
Hearty white chicken chili blends robust southwestern flavors with lean protein for a nourishing meal. Creamy beans, tender chicken, and mild green chilies create a comforting dish you’ll crave all season long.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 1.5 to 2 pounds chicken breast (boneless, skinless)
Beans and Broth:
- 2 cans (15 ounces each) white beans
- 4 cups (32 fluid ounces) chicken broth (low-sodium)
Seasonings and Additional Ingredients:
- 2 cans (4 ounces each) green chilies
- 1 medium onion (diced)
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 teaspoons cumin
- 1 teaspoon oregano
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- Salt and pepper (to taste)
- 1/2 cup Greek yogurt or light sour cream
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1/4 cup cilantro (chopped)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
- Warm olive oil in a spacious pot over moderate temperature, gently sautéing diced onions until they turn translucent and tender, approximately 5 minutes.
- Introduce minced garlic and aromatic spices including cumin, oregano, ground coriander, and chili powder. Toast the spices for 1-2 minutes to intensify their flavors.
- Pour chicken broth into the pot and carefully add whole chicken breasts. Elevate heat to achieve a rolling boil, then reduce to a gentle simmer. Allow chicken to cook thoroughly for 15-20 minutes until fully white and tender.
- Extract chicken from the liquid, use two forks to meticulously shred the meat into delicate strands, then return the shredded protein back into the simmering broth.
- Incorporate white beans, roasted green chilies, and season with salt and pepper. Continue simmering for an additional 10 minutes to meld the flavors and slightly thicken the chili.
- Remove pot from heat source and fold in creamy Greek yogurt or light sour cream, freshly squeezed lime juice, and chopped cilantro for a bright, tangy finish.
- Ladle the steaming chili into serving bowls, garnishing with extra cilantro or preferred toppings for added texture and visual appeal.
Notes
- Boost protein content by adding quinoa or extra beans for a more filling meal that keeps you satisfied longer.
- Swap chicken breasts with rotisserie chicken to save time and add more depth of flavor without extra cooking steps.
- Make it dairy-free by using coconut yogurt or cashew cream instead of Greek yogurt, maintaining the creamy texture while accommodating dietary restrictions.
- Enhance spice levels by adding jalapeños or using fire-roasted green chilies for a bolder, more intense chili experience that tingles your taste buds.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 220 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 420 mg
- Fat: 4 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 6 g
- Protein: 28 g
- Cholesterol: 65 mg