Description
A hearty and flavorful white chicken chili made with tender chicken, white beans, and a blend of spices. Perfect for a cozy meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cans (15 oz each) white beans, drained and rinsed
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 can (4 oz) diced green chilies
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 cup sour cream (optional)
- 1/2 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese (optional)
- Fresh cilantro for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add diced onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add chicken breasts to the pot and cook until no longer pink, about 6-8 minutes per side. Remove chicken and shred it.
- Return shredded chicken to the pot. Add white beans, chicken broth, green chilies, cumin, oregano, salt, and pepper.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes.
- Stir in sour cream and shredded cheese if using. Cook for another 5 minutes.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.
Notes
- For extra spice, add a diced jalapeño with the onions.
- Serve with tortilla chips or warm bread.
- Leftovers can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 30 mins
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: white chicken chili, easy chili recipe, chicken soup, comfort food