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White Bean Chicken Chili

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 350
A hearty and flavorful chili combining tender chicken, beans, and spices, perfect for a comforting meal.

Ingredients

olive oil

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

onion

  • 1 white or yellow onion onion (finely diced)

garlic

  • 1 tablespoon minced garlic

green chilis

  • 8 ounces diced green chilis (from a can)

spices

  • 1.5 teaspoons cumin
  • 0.75 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 0.5 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 0.5 teaspoon black pepper

chicken broth

  • 2-2.5 cups low sodium chicken broth (start with 2 cups, add more as desired)

beans

  • 2 15 ounce cans great northern beans (drained and rinsed)

corn

  • 1 cup corn

greek yogurt or sour cream

  • 0.25 cup plain greek yogurt or sour cream

chicken

  • 2.5 cups shredded rotisserie chicken

lime juice

  • 1 tablespoon lime juice

toppings

  • cilantro, avocado & tortilla chips (for serving)

Instructions 

  • Heat olive oil in a large pot, sauté diced onion for 7-8 minutes.
  • Add garlic and green chilis, cook for 2-3 minutes, then stir in spices, salt, and pepper.
  • Add broth, beans, corn, and simmer; blend a portion of the soup until smooth.
  • Return blended soup to pot, stir in chicken, and simmer for 10-15 minutes. Add lime juice before serving.

Notes

For a creamier texture, blend part of the soup and return to the pot.
Calories: 350kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: bean, chicken, Chili