White Chicken Chili Recipe
This White Chicken Chili recipe is a creamy, comforting one-pot meal packed with tender chicken, white beans, green chilies, and bold spices. Perfect for a cozy dinner, game day, or meal prep, this easy and protein-packed dish is full of flavor with a mild kick. Make it on the stovetop or in a slow cooker for a hearty, crowd-pleasing meal. Make this easy White Chicken Chili recipe for a quick weeknight dinner that’s sure to become a family favorite!
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 small onion diced
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts (or thighs), shredded
- 2 cans 15 oz each white beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can 4 oz diced green chilies
- 1 can 15 oz corn, drained
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt or to taste
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
- 1/2 cup heavy cream or milk for a lighter version
- Juice of 1 lime
- 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro optional
- Toppings: shredded cheese avocado, tortilla strips, jalapeños
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add diced onions and cook until soft, about 3-4 minutes. Stir in garlic and cook for another 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add the chicken, white beans, green chilies, corn, chicken broth, cumin, oregano, chili powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and let it simmer for 25-30 minutes.
- Remove the chicken from the pot and shred it using two forks. Return the shredded chicken to the pot and stir well.
- Stir in sour cream, heavy cream, and lime juice. Simmer for another 5 minutes until creamy and well combined.
- Serve hot with your favorite toppings like shredded cheese, avocado, tortilla strips, jalapeños, or fresh cilantro.