Description
This White Chicken Chili is a creamy, flavorful Tex-Mex–inspired dish made with shredded chicken, white beans, green chiles, and warm spices. It’s lighter than traditional red chili yet just as satisfying — perfect for cozy weeknights or family dinners.
Ingredients
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2 tablespoons olive oil
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1 medium onion, finely chopped
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3 garlic cloves, minced
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1 jalapeño, seeded and diced (optional)
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1 teaspoon ground cumin
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1 teaspoon dried oregano
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½ teaspoon chili powder
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4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
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2 cans (15 ounces each) white beans, drained and rinsed
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1 can (4 ounces) diced green chiles
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2 cups shredded cooked chicken (rotisserie recommended)
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½ cup sour cream or cream cheese
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Salt and pepper to taste
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Chopped cilantro, lime wedges, shredded Monterey Jack cheese, crushed tortilla chips, and diced avocado (for garnish)
Instructions
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Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
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Add the onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Stir in garlic and jalapeño, cooking until fragrant.
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Add cumin, oregano, and chili powder. Stir and let the spices bloom for 30 seconds.
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Pour in chicken broth, beans, and green chiles. Mash a small portion of the beans for a thicker texture.
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Bring to a simmer and cook for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
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Add shredded chicken and cook another 10–15 minutes until flavors meld.
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Reduce the heat to low and stir in sour cream or cream cheese until smooth.
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Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.
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Serve warm with garnishes like cilantro, cheese, avocado, tortilla chips, and lime wedges.
Notes
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For extra thickness, blend one cup of chili and stir it back into the pot.
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Use rotisserie chicken for a quick prep shortcut.
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To make it dairy-free, replace sour cream with coconut milk or a plant-based alternative.
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White beans such as cannellini, Great Northern, or navy work best for texture and creaminess.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ½ cups
- Calories: 340
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 710 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 28 g
- Fiber: 6 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg