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Easy White Chicken Chili

Easy White Chicken Chili: A Creamy Twist You'll Crave

This Easy White Chicken Chili combines creamy textures and wholesome ingredients for a satisfying and healthy meal perfect for chilly evenings.
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Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Course: Chicken
Cuisine: American
Keyword: chili recipe, creamy chicken chili, Easy White Chicken Chili, healthy chili, Quick Dinner, Weeknight Meal
Servings: 4 bowls
Calories: 350kcal

Equipment

  • large pot

Ingredients

For the Base

  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Can substitute with avocado oil.
  • 1 cup Onion Chopped; shallots can be used as a milder alternative.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced; fresh or minced works equally well.

For the Chili

  • 4 cups Chicken Broth Vegetable broth can be used for vegetarian version.
  • 1 can Canned Great Northern Beans Drained and rinsed; can substitute with white navy or cannellini beans.
  • 1 can Canned Mild Green Chilis Choose hotter varieties for more heat.
  • 2 cups Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts Can use shredded rotisserie chicken.
  • 1 cup Corn Kernels Frozen corn can be used.

For Seasoning

  • 1 tablespoon Chili Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cumin
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • ½ teaspoon Black Pepper

For Creaminess

  • 1 cup Sour Cream Can mix with broth to prevent curdling; Greek yogurt is a lighter option.
  • ¼ cup Cornmeal Optional, helps thicken; omit if you prefer a thinner texture.

Instructions

How to Make Easy White Chicken Chili

  • In a large pot over medium-high heat, warm olive oil. Once shimmering, add chopped onions and sauté for about 4 minutes until they soften and become translucent.
  • Toss in minced garlic and sauté for another 30 seconds until fragrant, stirring gently to avoid burning.
  • Stir in chicken broth, drained Great Northern beans, canned green chilis, cooked chicken, corn, and your spice blend. Bring to a boil, then simmer for 10 minutes.
  • In a mixing bowl, blend sour cream with a few spoonfuls of the hot chili to temper it. Stir this mixture back into the pot.
  • Ladle the creamy chili into bowls and enjoy warm! Taste and adjust seasonings if needed.

Notes

Tempering sour cream helps prevent curdling and maintain creaminess. Add cornmeal for a heartier texture. This chili can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days or frozen for 3 months.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowl | Calories: 350kcal | Carbohydrates: 30g | Protein: 25g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Cholesterol: 70mg | Sodium: 800mg | Potassium: 500mg | Fiber: 8g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 500IU | Vitamin C: 15mg | Calcium: 100mg | Iron: 2mg
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