Healthy White Chicken Chili
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
35 mins
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Total Time
35 mins
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Servings
10
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Calories
292 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Healthy White Chicken Chili
Description
This chili starts by sautéing onion and garlic in olive oil until soft and fragrant. Cooked shredded chicken, chicken broth, chopped green chilies, rinsed white beans, frozen corn, cumin, oregano, salt, and pepper are then added to the pot. The mixture boils briefly, then simmers gently for 30 to 35 minutes to meld flavors and heat through.
The texture is chunky and soup-like, with tender chicken and beans providing protein, while corn adds sweetness and texture. The green chilies contribute mild heat and earthiness. Finishing with lemon or lime juice brightens the flavor profile and balances the spices.
This chili can be served as a filling main course, accompanied by toppings like cheese, cilantro, or tortilla chips if desired. It suits stovetop cooking or can be prepared in a crock-pot by combining ingredients after sautéing the aromatics, then heating on low for about 6 hours for convenience and slow melding of flavors.
Ingredients
- 2 Tablespoons olive oil
- 1 onion chopped, medium
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 4 cups chicken white or dark meat chicken, about 2 large chicken breasts, shredded or diced, cooked
- 4-5 cups chicken broth Less broth for a thicker chili, more for a thinner, ore soup-like consistency.
- 8 ounces green chilies chopped (canned or frozen Hatch
- 2-3 teaspoons cumin powder
- 2-3 teaspoons oregano dried
- 3 cans White beans Great Northern or cannellini, rinsed and drained
- 3 cups corn frozen
- 2 teaspoons kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 Tablespoons lemon juice or lime juice
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat oil over a medium heat until shimmering. Add chopped onions and sauté for 3-4 minutes. Add garlic and sauté another minute.
- Add chicken broth, chicken, chiles, beans, corn and spices and seasonings.
- Bring to a boil and reduce heat. Simmer on low until hot, about 30-35 minutes.
- Add lime or lemon juice and adjust seasonings, adding more salt and pepper if necessary.
Crock Pot Instructions
- Follow first step above. Add onions and garlic to crock-pot add remaining ingredients and set slow-cooker or crock-pot to low.
- Heat on low until hot, about 6 hours.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 10Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 292 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1person | |
| Calories | 292kcal | 15% |
| Carbohydrates | 34g | 11% |
| Protein | 24g | 48% |
| Fat | 8g | 12% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Cholesterol | 42mg | 14% |
| Sodium | 936mg | 39% |
| Potassium | 812mg | 17% |
| Fiber | 7g | 28% |
| Sugar | 2g | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 42IU | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 15mg | 17% |
| Calcium | 96mg | 10% |
| Iron | 5mg | 28% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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