Description
Indulge in the comforting warmth of this White Bean Chicken Chili Recipe, perfect for cozy evenings or lively gatherings. This dish features tender chicken and creamy white beans, simmered with fresh spices to create a rich and flavorful experience. It’s easy to prepare, making it a go-to option for busy weeknights or special occasions. Serve it as is or elevate your meal with delightful toppings like avocado and tortilla chips. Whether you’re feeding a crowd or meal prepping for the week, this chili is both nutritious and satisfying.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 Tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pound chicken breast, cubed to ½-1 inch pieces
- 1 yellow onion, diced
- 2 Tablespoons minced garlic (about 3 small cloves)
- 2 cans green chiles
- 1½ cups canned (drained) or frozen corn
- 2 (15.9-ounce) cans great northern beans, drained
- 3 cups chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon pepper
- 1½ teaspoon cumin
- ½ teaspoon oregano
- ½ teaspoon chili powder
- ½ cup heavy cream
- Chopped cilantro, optional
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a Dutch oven over medium heat until shimmering.
- Add cubed chicken breast and diced onion; sauté until chicken is cooked through and onion is translucent (about 5-7 minutes).
- Stir in minced garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Mix in remaining ingredients except heavy cream; stir well.
- Cover and let simmer on low heat for about 20 minutes.
- Remove from heat, stir in heavy cream until combined.
- Serve hot, topped with your choice of avocado, sour cream, cheese, or tortilla chips.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 70mg