Instant Pot White Chicken Chili
Instant Pot white chicken chili is a hearty, creamy, and flavorful comfort food that's quick to make on busy weeknights. Packed with tender chicken, white beans, green chiles, and warm spices, it's a family favorite that can be easily customized to suit any taste.
Equipment
- Instant Pot
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 onion diced
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1.5 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
- 2 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 0.5 tsp paprika
- 2 cans white beans drained and rinsed (Great Northern or cannellini)
- 1 can green chiles
- 3 cups chicken broth
- 4 oz cream cheese or sour cream for creaminess
Optional Toppings
- shredded cheese
- fresh cilantro chopped
- avocado sliced
- lime wedges
- tortilla strips
Instructions
- Set Instant Pot to sauté mode. Add olive oil and sauté onion and garlic until fragrant.
- Add chicken, cumin, chili powder, oregano, and paprika. Stir to coat evenly.
- Add chicken broth, green chiles, and white beans. Ensure chicken is submerged.
- Seal the lid and set to high pressure for 15 minutes. Let pressure release naturally for 10 minutes, then quick release any remaining pressure.
- Remove chicken and shred with two forks. Return to pot.
- Stir in cream cheese or sour cream until fully incorporated and creamy.
- Serve hot with desired toppings like cheese, avocado, cilantro, lime, or tortilla strips.
Notes
Make it spicier with jalapeños or more green chiles. For a lighter version, use Greek yogurt. Stores well for meal prep and freezes beautifully.
Nutrition
Calories: 390kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 750mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 6gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2.5mg
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