White Bean Chicken Chili is the perfect comfort food for cold weather, combining tender chicken with creamy beans in a flavorful, warming broth. This hearty dish offers a delicious twist on traditional chili that’s both nutritious and satisfying.
This versatile recipe can be customized to your taste preferences and makes excellent leftovers, with flavors that continue to develop over time. It’s ideal for meal prep and can be easily modified to accommodate different dietary needs.
Ingredients
- 1-2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 large onion, diced
- 1 jalapeño pepper, diced (seeds removed if desired)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 cans (15.5 oz each) cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 teaspoons ground cumin
- 2 teaspoons chili powder
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Cayenne pepper to taste
- Salt and pepper to taste
- ½ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
Steps to Follow
- Step 1: Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat
- Step 2: Sauté diced onion and jalapeño for 5 minutes until softened
- Step 3: Add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute
- Step 4: Add chicken, season with salt and pepper, cook 5-7 minutes until browned
- Step 5: Add all spices and stir to coat ingredients
- Step 6: Add beans and broth, bring to boil, then reduce to simmer
- Step 7: Simmer uncovered for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally
- Step 8: Shred chicken and optionally mash some beans for thickness
- Step 9: Garnish with cilantro and serve hot
Additional Instructions
- Prep time: 15 minutes
- Cook time: 45 minutes
- Serves: 8
- Storage: Keep refrigerated in airtight container for up to 4 days
- Freezing: Freezes well for up to 3 months
- Reheating: Warm on stovetop over medium-low heat or microwave in portions
- Optional toppings: Lime wedges, extra cilantro, sliced jalapeños, sour cream
- To thicken: Mix ¼ cup milk with 2 tablespoons cornstarch if desired
General Nutritional Values
- Calories: 265 kcal
- Protein: 28.6g
- Carbohydrates: 6.8g
- Fat: 13.8g
- Fiber: 0.7g
- Sodium: 197mg
