Description
Easy White Chicken Chili is a creamy, comforting dish that’s perfect for busy weeknights or cozy gatherings. This quick and delicious chili combines tender chicken, hearty beans, and zesty spices to create a flavorful meal in under an hour. Whether you’re using rotisserie chicken or leftovers, this versatile recipe adapts easily for any occasion. Top it with your favorite garnishes like shredded cheese, fresh cilantro, or avocado for an extra touch of flavor. Enjoy this nutritious and satisfying chili that the whole family will love!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 small yellow onion, chopped (about ½ cup)
- 2 garlic cloves, finely minced (or 1 ½ teaspoons garlic powder)
- 2 ½ cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 (4 oz) cans diced green chilies
- 1 ½ teaspoons ground cumin
- ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
- ½ teaspoon dried oregano
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- ½ small lime, juiced
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- 2 (15 oz) cans great northern beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup sour cream or plain Greek yogurt
- 1 cup corn (frozen or fresh)
- 2 heaping cups cooked chicken, shredded (rotisserie or leftover)
- Fresh cilantro
- Shredded cheese
- Tortilla chips
- Green onions
- Avocado
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Sauté chopped onion until softened (3-5 minutes) and add minced garlic for another 30 seconds.
- Stir in chicken broth, green chilies, cumin, and spices; mix well.
- Drain and rinse great northern beans; optionally blend part for creaminess.
- Add both blended and whole beans along with corn to the pot; bring to a simmer for 15-30 minutes.
- Remove from heat and stir in sour cream (or Greek yogurt) along with shredded chicken.
- Serve in bowls garnished with fresh cilantro, cheese, avocado, and tortilla chips.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 75mg