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Healthy White Chicken Chili

Healthy White Chicken Chili

This cozy, protein-packed white chicken chili comes together with pantry staples and fresh ingredients for a weeknight meal that warms from the inside out. Light, creamy, and loaded with flavor, it’s the perfect balance of comfort and nutrition.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Course Main Course, Soup
Cuisine American, Tex-Mex
Servings 6 servings
Calories 320 kcal

Equipment

  • Large Pot

Ingredients
  

Pantry Staples

  • 2 cans white beans cannellini or Great Northern, drained and rinsed
  • 1 can mild green chilies
  • 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • 2 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp dried oregano

Fresh Add-Ins

  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
  • 1 medium onion diced
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 jalapeño seeded and minced (optional)
  • 1 cup corn kernels fresh or frozen

To Finish

  • 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt or light sour cream
  • 1/2 lime juiced

Instructions
 

  • Place chicken in a large pot with broth. Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat and simmer until cooked through, about 15 minutes. Remove, shred with two forks, and set aside.
  • In the same pot, heat a drizzle of olive oil. Add onion, garlic, and jalapeño. Sauté until softened and fragrant, about 5 minutes.
  • Stir in cumin, oregano, salt, and pepper. Toast spices in oil for 1 minute.
  • Add white beans and green chilies. Mash about half the beans with the back of your spoon to thicken.
  • Return shredded chicken to the pot. Add corn and remaining broth. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer for 20 minutes.
  • Stir in Greek yogurt or sour cream for creaminess. Adjust consistency with more broth if needed.
  • Finish with a squeeze of lime juice. Taste and adjust seasoning. Serve hot with optional toppings like avocado, cilantro, or crushed tortilla chips.

Notes

For dairy-free, use coconut or cashew cream. Add spinach at the end for extra greens. Skip jalapeño for a kid-friendly version. Chili can be frozen for up to 3 months.

Nutrition

Calories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 28gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 650mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 6gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 3mg
Keyword chicken, Chili, gluten free, Healthy
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