Description
Indulge in the cozy, creamy delight of The Best White Chicken Chili, a dish that combines tender shredded chicken with white beans and corn in a flavorful broth. Perfect for busy weeknights or gatherings, this easy-to-make chili is not only rich in taste but also a healthy choice packed with protein and fiber. Whether you’re using leftover rotisserie chicken or fresh ingredients from your pantry, this meal comes together quickly and can be customized with your favorite toppings. With each spoonful, you’ll experience a warm embrace of spices and creamy goodness that everyone at the table will love.
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
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Sauté chopped onion for 3–5 minutes until softened, then add minced garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds.
- Stir in chicken broth, green chilies, and spices (cumin, cayenne pepper, oregano). Season with salt and pepper.
- Drain and rinse the great northern beans; add them to the pot. For a creamier texture, blend a portion of the beans with some broth.
- Add whole beans, corn, and mix well. Bring to a simmer and cook uncovered for 15–30 minutes.
- Remove from heat and stir in sour cream (or Greek yogurt) along with shredded chicken before serving hot.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 75mg