Description
Indulge in the comforting flavors of The Best White Chicken Chili, a creamy and satisfying dish that’s perfect for chilly evenings. This delightful recipe features tender shredded chicken, hearty white beans, sweet corn, and zesty green chilies simmered in a flavorful broth. Quick to prepare in just 45 minutes, it’s an ideal choice for family dinners or casual gatherings. Whether you’re using leftover chicken or a rotisserie bird, this versatile chili allows you to customize toppings to suit your taste. Serve it with fresh cilantro, shredded cheese, or crunchy tortilla chips for an unforgettable meal that warms both the body and soul.
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 until softened, then add minced garlic.
- Stir in chicken broth, green chilies, spices, lime juice, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
- Drain and rinse beans; blend some for creaminess if desired. Add both whole and blended beans along with corn to the pot.
- Simmer uncovered for 15-30 minutes to meld flavors.
- Remove from heat and stir in sour cream or Greek yogurt with shredded chicken.
- Serve hot with your favorite toppings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 340
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 670mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 70mg