White Chicken Chili
300kcal
Ingredients
For the Base
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil a staple for sautéing
- 1 medium Onion chopped
- 3 cloves Garlic minced
For the Protein and Beans
- 3 cups Cooked chicken shredded or diced
- 2 cans White beans such as cannellini or great northern
- 1 can Diced green chilies
For Flavoring
- 4 cups Chicken broth
- 2 teaspoons Ground cumin
- 2 teaspoons Chili powder
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- to taste Salt
- to taste Pepper
For Added Goodness
- 1 cup Corn frozen or canned
- 1 cup Heavy cream optional
For Garnish and Serving
- 1/4 cup Fresh cilantro for garnish
- 2 pieces Lime wedges for serving
Method
How to Make White Chicken Chili
- In a large pot or Dutch oven, warm the olive oil over medium heat.
- Add the chopped onion and sauté for about 5 minutes, until softened. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add the cooked chicken, white beans, diced green chilies, chicken broth, ground cumin, chili powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Stir well to combine.
- Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer for about 20 minutes.
- Add the corn and heavy cream (if using) to the pot. Cook for an additional 5 minutes until heated through.
- Taste your chili and adjust the seasoning with more salt and pepper if needed.
- Ladle the chili into bowls and garnish with fresh cilantro. Serve with lime wedges.
Nutrition
Serving1cupCalories300kcalCarbohydrates30gProtein25gFat10gSaturated Fat4gPolyunsaturated Fat1gMonounsaturated Fat5gCholesterol75mgSodium800mgPotassium600mgFiber8gSugar2gVitamin A500IUVitamin C10mgCalcium80mgIron3mg
Notes
For a smoother consistency, consider blending a portion of the white beans before adding them to the pot.