White Chicken Chili
A comforting and flavor-packed dish perfect for cozy nights, featuring chicken, white beans, and spices in a delightful broth.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
- 2 cans cannellini or great northern beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 cup green chiles, fresh or canned
- 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
- 2 teaspoons cumin
- 4 cups chicken broth
- Olive oil for sautéing
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Prep the chicken: Start by cutting your chicken into bite-sized pieces.
- Sauté the onions: Heat a large pot over medium heat, add olive oil, and toss in your chopped onion. Sauté until soft and translucent, about 5-7 minutes.
- Add the chicken: Sprinkle in chicken pieces with a pinch of salt and cook until golden brown on the outside, about 6-8 minutes.
- Toss in the spices: Sprinkle in cumin and other spices you love. Stir well for about a minute until fragrant.
- Stir in the beans and chiles: Add drained white beans and green chiles to the pot. Mix well and let cook for another 2-3 minutes.
- Pour in the broth: Add in chicken broth and bring everything to a gentle simmer.
- Simmer and enjoy: Let your chili simmer for 20-30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Taste and adjust: Before serving, taste your chili and adjust spices as needed.
Notes
This chili freezes well for up to three months. Don’t hesitate to experiment with spices and ingredients!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: white chicken chili, comfort food, easy dinner, cozy meals, flavorful chili