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White Bean Chicken Chili

Delicious White Bean Chicken Chili Recipe Ready in 45 Minutes

This White Bean Chicken Chili is a delicious and hearty dish that combines tender chicken, creamy white beans, and vibrant spices.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
  • 2 cans (15 oz) white beans, drained and rinsed
  • 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • 2 cans (4 oz) diced green chilies
  • 2 tsp cumin
  • 0.5 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • Salt to taste
  • Pepper to taste
  • Olive oil for sautéing

Equipment

  • Large pot

Method
 

  1. Chop the onion and mince the garlic. Cut chicken into bite-sized pieces.
  2. In a large pot over medium heat, heat olive oil. Sauté onions until translucent (about 5 minutes), then add garlic and cook for another minute.
  3. Add chicken pieces to the pot; season with salt and pepper. Brown the chicken (6-8 minutes).
  4. Stir in white beans, chicken broth, and green chilies. Bring to a boil.
  5. Add cumin and any additional spices desired; reduce heat and simmer for 20-30 minutes.
  6. Finish with freshly chopped cilantro before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 30gFat: 7g

Notes

Feel free to customize your White Bean Chicken Chili by adding jalapeños for heat, swapping the chicken for turkey or tofu, or incorporating seasonal vegetables like bell peppers or zucchini for extra nutrition and flavor.

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