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Delicious White Bean Chicken Chili Recipe for Cozy Nights

  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4-6 servings 1x

Description

 White Bean Chicken Chili is a hearty and comforting dish perfect for chilly nights. This creamy, flavorful recipe features tender chicken, white beans, and warming spices, making it a nutritious and satisfying meal.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb chicken breast or thighs

  • 2 cans (15 oz each) white beans (cannellini or great northern), drained and rinsed

  • 1 small onion, diced

  • 3 cloves garlic, minced

  • 4 cups chicken broth

  • 1 can (4 oz) green chilies

  • 1 jalapeño, diced (optional)

  • 1 tsp ground cumin

  • 1 tsp dried oregano

  • 1 tsp chili powder

  • 1/2 tsp smoked paprika

  • 1 tsp salt (or to taste)

  • 1/2 tsp black pepper

  • Juice of 1 lime

  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped

  • 1/2 cup shredded cheese (optional, for garnish)

  • 1/4 cup sour cream (optional, for garnish)

  • 1 avocado, diced (optional, for garnish)

  • Tortilla chips (optional, for serving)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Chicken: Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add diced onions and cook until softened (about 3-4 minutes). Stir in minced garlic and cook for another minute.

  2. Cook the Chicken: Add chicken to the pot along with cumin, oregano, chili powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Cook for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.

  3. Add Liquids: Pour in the chicken broth, green chilies, and optional jalapeño. Bring to a simmer and let cook for about 20 minutes or until the chicken is fully cooked.

  4. Shred the Chicken: Remove the chicken from the pot, shred it with two forks, and return it to the pot.

  5. Add the Beans: Stir in the white beans and let the chili simmer for another 10 minutes to meld flavors.

  6. Final Touches: Squeeze in lime juice and adjust seasoning. For a creamier texture, mash some beans or stir in sour cream.

  7. Serve: Garnish with fresh cilantro, shredded cheese, diced avocado, and tortilla chips if desired.

Notes

  • Make It Spicier: Add more jalapeño or a pinch of cayenne pepper.

  • Creamier Version: Stir in cream cheese or heavy cream.

  • Vegetarian Option: Replace chicken with extra beans and use vegetable broth.

  • Storage: Refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 3 months.

  • Reheating: Warm on the stove over medium heat or microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring occasionally.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35 minutes
  • Category: soup,stew
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American

Keywords: white bean chicken chili, creamy white chicken chili, healthy chili recipe, easy chicken chili, stovetop white bean chili

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