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Chicken white bean chili Instant Pot topped with cheese and chips

Chicken White Bean Chili Instant Pot – Easy & Creamy

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A cozy, comforting chicken white bean chili made effortlessly in the Instant Pot — creamy, flavorful, and ready in no time.

  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts (or thighs)
  • 1 small yellow onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 can (4 oz) diced green chilies
  • 1 can (15 oz) white beans – Great Northern or cannellini, drained and rinsed
  • 1 can (15 oz) corn, drained (optional)
  • 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • 4 oz cream cheese (or plain Greek yogurt), softened
  • Juice of ½ lime
  • Optional toppings: chopped cilantro, shredded cheese, crushed tortilla chips, avocado
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • ½ tsp chili powder
  • ½ tsp paprika
  • ½ tsp salt (or to taste)
  • ¼ tsp black pepper

Instructions

  1. Turn on Instant Pot to Sauté. Sauté diced onion and garlic in oil for 2–3 minutes until fragrant.
  2. Stir in diced green chilies, drained corn, and all spices.
  3. Stir in drained white beans and chicken broth.
  4. Place whole chicken breasts on top without stirring.
  5. Seal lid, set valve to Sealing, and pressure cook on HIGH for 15 minutes.
  6. Let pressure release naturally for 10 minutes, then quick release.
  7. Remove chicken, shred with forks, then return to pot.
  8. Stir in softened cream cheese or Greek yogurt until smooth.
  9. Squeeze in lime juice, taste, and adjust seasoning.
  10. Serve with toppings of choice: cilantro, cheese, chips, or avocado.

Notes

For extra depth, add a spoonful of chipotle adobo sauce. Use frozen chicken with 3–5 extra minutes of pressure cook time. Make it dairy-free by using coconut or cashew cream.

  • Author: amanda/Lina
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Healthy chicken dinner recipes
  • Method: Instant Pot
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 370
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 750mg
  • Fat: 16g
  • Saturated Fat: 7g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 22g
  • Fiber: 5g
  • Protein: 32g
  • Cholesterol: 85mg