Description
This White Bean Chicken Chili Recipe is a comforting, hearty dish perfect for family dinners or gatherings. A delightful blend of tender chicken, creamy white beans, and sweet corn creates a satisfying meal that’s both nutritious and easy to prepare. With warm spices enhancing the flavors, this chili is sure to become a favorite. Whether you’re hosting friends or enjoying a cozy night in, it’s a great option for any occasion. Plus, it comes together in just 35 minutes, making it an ideal choice for busy weeknights. Enjoy the flexibility to customize each bowl with your preferred toppings, and savor every warm bite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 Tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pound chicken breast, cubed to ½-1 inch pieces
- 1 yellow onion, diced
- 2 Tablespoons minced garlic (about 3 small cloves)
- 2 cans green chiles
- 1½ cups canned (drained) or frozen corn
- 2 (15.9-ounce) cans great northern beans, drained
- 3 cups chicken broth
- ½ cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon pepper
- 1½ teaspoon cumin
- ½ teaspoon oregano
- ½ teaspoon chili powder
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a Dutch oven over medium heat until shimmering.
- Add cubed chicken and diced onion; sauté until chicken is no longer pink and onion is translucent.
- Stir in minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Combine remaining ingredients (except heavy cream) and stir well.
- Cover and let simmer for 20 minutes to meld flavors.
- Remove from heat; stir in heavy cream until blended.
- Serve warm with optional toppings like avocado slices or shredded cheese.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 41g
- Fiber: 9g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg