Description
Discover the ultimate comfort food with The Best White Chicken Chili. This creamy and hearty dish combines tender shredded chicken, white beans, and zesty green chilies in a flavor-packed broth that’s perfect for chilly nights. Ideal for busy weeknights or gatherings, this easy recipe can be prepared in just 45 minutes. Not only is it a satisfying meal that the whole family will love, but it’s also customizable with your favorite toppings. Whether you’re using leftover rotisserie chicken or fresh ingredients, this nourishing chili will warm your heart and fill your belly.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 small yellow onion, chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 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 black pepper to taste
- 2 (15 oz) cans great northern beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup corn (frozen or fresh)
- 2 heaping cups cooked shredded chicken (rotisserie or leftover)
- 1 cup sour cream or plain Greek yogurt
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium-high heat, heat olive oil. Sauté the chopped onion for about 3–5 minutes until softened; add minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds.
- Stir in chicken broth and diced green chilies, followed by cumin, cayenne pepper, oregano, paprika, lime juice, salt, and pepper.
- Drain and rinse the great northern beans; blend one ladleful with a splash of broth until smooth for a creamier texture if desired.
- Add both pureed and whole beans along with corn to the pot. Bring to a simmer and cook uncovered for about 15 to 30 minutes.
- Remove from heat and stir in sour cream (or Greek yogurt) along with shredded chicken until well combined. Serve hot with your choice of toppings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 610mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 9g
- Protein: 23g
- Cholesterol: 65mg