Description
Indulge in the comforting flavors of this White Chicken Chili, a creamy and nutritious twist on traditional chili. Ready in just 25 minutes, it’s perfect for busy weeknights or cozy gatherings with family and friends. Made with lean chicken, white beans, and a medley of spices, this dish is not only satisfying but also packed with protein and fiber. Enhance your meal by customizing it with your favorite toppings like avocado, cheese, or fresh cilantro. Whether you serve it with crunchy tortilla chips or over a bed of rice, this delightful chili is sure to become a go-to recipe for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 large onion (diced)
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic (3 cloves)
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 2 (14-ounce) cans great Northern beans (drained)
- 2 (4-ounce) cans mild green chiles (with juices)
- 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts (diced)
- 1 cup corn kernels
- 2 teaspoons chili powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 2/3 cup sour cream
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Sauté diced onion for about 4 minutes until softened, then add minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds.
- Stir in chicken broth, drained beans, green chiles (with juices), diced chicken, corn, chili powder, cumin, oregano, salt, and black pepper. Bring to a boil; reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes until chicken is cooked through.
- In a small bowl, mix sour cream with 1/2 cup hot chili to prevent curdling. Incorporate this mixture back into the pot and stir well before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 55mg