Description
Introducing The Best White Chicken Chili, a creamy and comforting dish that’s perfect for cozy nights or gatherings. This delightful chili features tender shredded chicken, white beans, corn, and green chilies simmered in a rich broth seasoned to perfection. Whether you use leftover chicken or rotisserie, this easy recipe is both hearty and healthy, making it ideal for family dinners or entertaining friends. With just 10 minutes of prep time, you can whip up a satisfying meal that warms the soul and pleases all taste buds. Customize with your favorite toppings like cheese and avocado for a personalized touch!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 small yellow onion, chopped (about ½ cup)
- 2 garlic cloves, finely minced (or 1½ teaspoons garlic powder)
- 2½ cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 (4 oz) cans diced green chilies
- 1½ teaspoons ground cumin
- ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
- ½ teaspoon dried oregano
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- Juice of ½ small lime
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- 2 (15 oz) cans great northern beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup corn (frozen or fresh)
- 2 heaping cups cooked chicken, shredded (rotisserie or leftover)
- 1 cup sour cream or plain Greek yogurt
- Fresh cilantro
- Shredded cheese
- Tortilla chips
- Green onions
- Avocado slices
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium-high heat, sauté chopped onion in olive oil for 3–5 minutes until softened. Add minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds.
- Stir in chicken broth and diced green chilies, then add cumin, cayenne pepper, oregano, paprika, lime juice, salt, and pepper; mix well.
- Drain and rinse great northern beans; blend one ladleful with a splash of broth for creaminess if desired.
- Add blended beans (if using), whole beans, and corn to the pot; bring to a simmer for 15–30 minutes.
- Stir in sour cream (or Greek yogurt) along with shredded chicken until combined.
- Serve hot with toppings like cilantro, cheese, tortilla chips, avocado slices, or green onions.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 9g
- Protein: 23g
- Cholesterol: 70mg