White Chicken Chili Stove Top Easy
This creamy, cozy white chicken chili is easy to make on the stovetop and full of comforting flavors — lean protein, warm spices, and nourishing ingredients all in one bowl. Whether served over rice, inside tortillas, or as a dip, it’s a flexible family favorite that reheats beautifully and brings warmth to every table.
Equipment
- Large Pot
- Wooden Spoon
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked chicken breast shredded; rotisserie chicken works well
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 small onion diced
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 can diced green chiles 4 oz can
- 1 can great northern or cannellini beans 15 oz, drained
- 1 cup frozen or canned corn
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 0.5 cup Greek yogurt or sour cream
- 0.5 tsp cumin
- 0.5 tsp chili powder
- 0.25 tsp smoked paprika optional
- salt and pepper to taste
- 0.5 lime juiced
- fresh cilantro for garnish
- crushed tortilla chips optional garnish
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add diced onion and sauté for 3–4 minutes until softened.
- Add minced garlic and stir for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add green chiles, cumin, chili powder, and smoked paprika. Cook for 30 seconds, stirring.
- Stir in shredded chicken, beans, corn, and chicken broth. Mix gently to combine.
- Bring to a gentle simmer and cook uncovered for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Turn off heat and let the chili cool slightly. Stir in Greek yogurt or sour cream gradually until creamy.
- Add salt, pepper, and lime juice to taste. Stir well.
- Let rest for 5 minutes before serving to allow flavors to settle.
- Serve hot, garnished with chopped cilantro, crushed tortilla chips, or shredded cheese if desired.
Notes
This dish is flexible and can be made dairy-free or spicier depending on your preferences. Avoid adding yogurt while the chili is too hot to prevent curdling. For extra creaminess, mash some beans into the chili as it simmers.
Nutrition
Calories: 390kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 33gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 720mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 6gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 2.5mg
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