White Chicken Chili
White Chicken Chili is the ultimate comfort food for chilly nights or festive gatherings. This creamy, hearty dish blends tender diced chicken, zesty green chilies, and protein-packed Great Northern beans to create a warm and flavorful experience. Ready in just 30 minutes, it’s easy to prepare and fully customizable to suit your taste. Top it off with fresh cilantro or shredded cheese for an extra burst of flavor that will keep everyone coming back for more!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cups boneless, skinless chicken breasts (diced)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic (minced)
- 2 cans (4 oz each) diced green chilies
- 2 cans (15 oz each) Great Northern beans (drained and rinsed)
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 tsp cumin
- 2 tsp chili powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add diced chicken and season with salt and pepper. Cook until no longer pink, about 5-7 minutes.
- Stir in minced garlic, cumin, and chili powder; cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- Mix in green chilies, drained beans, and chicken broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low.
- Cover and let it simmer for 20 minutes to combine flavors.
- Ladle into bowls and garnish with cilantro or cheese if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: For added heat, include diced jalapeños or top with hot sauce. Substitute Great Northern beans with black beans or chickpeas for variation. This chili can be made ahead of time; the flavors improve when stored overnight.