Best 10 Simple White Chicken Chili Recipes

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Indulge in the savory and comforting goodness of Simple White Chicken Chili, a culinary symphony of tender chicken, aromatic spices, and a symphony of vegetables, all simmered in a creamy and flavorful broth. This versatile dish offers a customizable culinary experience, allowing you to adjust the spice level and add your favorite toppings to create a chili that's uniquely yours.

Savor the classic version, featuring a blend of chili powder, cumin, and oregano, or elevate your taste buds with the zesty Southwest variation, infused with a kick of chili powder, chipotle powder, and a touch of cayenne. If you prefer a milder option, the mild and creamy version is perfect, with its gentle blend of spices and the creamy richness of sour cream.

For a vegetarian alternative, embark on a culinary journey with the hearty and flavorful Vegetarian White Chili. This plant-based masterpiece features a symphony of vegetables, including bell peppers, corn, and black beans, all simmered in a creamy and savory broth.

And for a unique culinary adventure, try the Slow Cooker White Chicken Chili. Let your crock pot do the work as it slowly simmers the chicken and vegetables, infusing them with a depth of flavor that will tantalize your taste buds.

No matter which recipe you choose, Simple White Chicken Chili promises a delightful and satisfying culinary experience.

Here are our top 10 tried and tested recipes!

EASY WHITE CHICKEN CHILI



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Chili is one of our best cold-weather strategies. We use chicken and white beans for a twist on the regular bowl of red. It's soothing comfort food. -Rachel Lewis, Danville, Virginia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 pound lean ground chicken
1 medium onion, chopped
2 cans (15 ounces each) cannellini beans, rinsed and drained
1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chiles
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) reduced-sodium chicken broth
Optional toppings: Reduced-fat sour cream, shredded cheddar cheese and chopped fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, cook chicken and onion over medium-high heat until chicken is no longer pink, 6-8 minutes, breaking up chicken into crumbles., Pour 1 can of beans in a small bowl; mash slightly. Stir mashed beans, remaining can of beans, chiles, seasonings and broth into chicken mixture; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, until flavors are blended, 12-15 minutes. Serve with toppings as desired. Freeze option: Freeze cooled chili in freezer containers. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Heat through in a saucepan, stirring occasionally; add broth if necessary.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 228 calories, Fat 5g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 54mg cholesterol, Sodium 504mg sodium, Carbohydrate 23g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 6g fiber), Protein 22g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

SIMPLE WHITE CHICKEN CHILI



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Simple white chicken chili is an easy weeknight meal for a cold day.

Provided by EverFit Montana

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Chili Recipes     Chicken Chili Recipes

Time 35m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 teaspoon olive oil
1 medium yellow onion, diced
1 poblano pepper, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 (32 ounce) container chicken broth
1 ½ pounds shredded cooked chicken breast
2 (15.5 ounce) cans no-salt-added navy beans, rinsed and drained
1 (10 ounce) package frozen corn
1 teaspoon ground cumin
½ teaspoon chili powder
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
salt to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat a deep skillet over medium heat. Add olive oil, then onion, poblano pepper, and garlic. Saute until onion is translucent, about 5 minutes. Add chicken broth, shredded chicken, navy beans, corn, cumin, chili powder, pepper, and salt; bring to a boil.
  • Reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 335.1 calories, Carbohydrate 32.5 g, Cholesterol 66.6 mg, Fat 8.1 g, Fiber 6.8 g, Protein 33.5 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Sodium 1085.1 mg, Sugar 2.7 g

WHITE CHICKEN CHILI



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Three kinds of chile peppers, customizable to your heat level, plus toasted spices boost the flavor of this white chili thickened with corn tortillas.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 1h10m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 18

2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 onion, chopped
3 cloves garlic, chopped
2 jalapeno peppers (1 diced, 1 halved; remove seeds for less heat)
1 poblano chile pepper, seeded and chopped
1 tablespoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon ground coriander
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 teaspoon ground allspice
2 pounds ground chicken
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
2 15-ounce cans white navy beans (do not drain)
1 4-ounce can chopped green chiles (do not drain)
2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
3 corn tortillas, torn, plus more for serving
1 bunch cilantro, leaves roughly chopped
Shredded cheddar cheese, sour cream and pickled jalapenos, for topping
Lime wedges, for serving

Steps:

  • Heat the oil in a large Dutch oven or pot over medium heat. Add the onion, garlic, both jalapenos, the poblano, cumin, coriander, oregano and allspice. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are softened and the spices are toasted, about 7 minutes. Add the chicken, 1 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper. Cook, stirring and breaking up the meat with a wooden spoon, until it starts browning, about 5 minutes.
  • Add the beans, canned chiles, broth and 1 1/4 cups water; bring to a boil. Add the torn tortillas to the pot; reduce the heat to medium low and simmer, stirring occasionally, until slightly thickened, about 40 minutes.
  • Remove the halved jalapeno from the chili and stir in all but a few tablespoons of the cilantro; season with 1/2 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper. Serve with assorted toppings, the reserved cilantro, lime wedges and more tortillas.

EASY WHITE CHICKEN CHILI



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This is a recipe given to me by a good friend and co-worker. It has a wonderful flavor that I think anyone can appreciate, especially for a quick fix on a cold winter day! Serve with jasmine rice as side with chili or fresh French or Italian bread.

Provided by EPHESIS

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Chili Recipes     White Chili Recipes

Time 55m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 tablespoon olive oil
3 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
1 large onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
5 ¼ cups chicken broth
3 (15 ounce) cans cannellini (white kidney) beans, rinsed and drained
2 (4 ounce) cans chopped green chiles
1 tablespoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon ground cumin
2 pinches cayenne pepper, or to taste
¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro, or to taste
½ cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese, or to taste
salt to taste

Steps:

  • Heat olive oil in a Dutch oven over medium heat. Cook chicken, onion, and garlic in hot oil until the chicken is browned completely, 3 to 5 minutes per side.
  • Remove the chicken to a cutting board, cut into 1-inch pieces, and return to the Dutch oven; add chicken broth, cannellini, green chilies, oregano, cumin, and cayenne pepper. Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook until the chicken is cooked through, 30 to 45 minutes.
  • Divide cilantro among 4 bowls. Ladle chili over cilantro and top with cheese. Season with salt to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 466 calories, Carbohydrate 53 g, Cholesterol 63 mg, Fat 11.6 g, Fiber 14.2 g, Protein 34.7 g, SaturatedFat 3.7 g, Sodium 2725.7 mg, Sugar 4.8 g

WHITE CHICKEN CHILI



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Folks will enjoy a change from traditional chili when they dip their spoons into this flavorful blend of tender chicken, white beans and just enough zip. This is our favorite white chicken chili recipe. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner     Lunch

Time 40m

Yield 10 servings (2-1/2 quarts)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, chopped
1 medium onion, chopped
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 cans (14 ounces each) chicken broth
1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chiles
2 teaspoons ground cumin
2 teaspoons dried oregano
1-1/2 teaspoons cayenne pepper
3 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) great northern beans, drained, divided
1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
Sliced jalapeno pepper, optional

Steps:

  • In a Dutch oven over medium heat, cook chicken and onion in oil until lightly browned. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Stir in the broth, chiles, cumin, oregano and cayenne; bring to a boil., Reduce heat to low. With a potato masher, mash one can of beans until smooth. Add to saucepan. Add remaining beans to saucepan. Simmer for 20-30 minutes or until chicken is no longer pink and onion is tender., Top each serving with cheese and, if desired, jalapeno pepper.Freeze option: Freeze cooled chili in freezer containers. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Heat through in a saucepan, stirring occasionally; add broth or water if necessary.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 219 calories, Fat 7g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 37mg cholesterol, Sodium 644mg sodium, Carbohydrate 21g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 7g fiber), Protein 19g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

AWARD-WINNING WHITE CHICKEN CHILI



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This chili is a family favorite! It has won several chili competitions and is a definite crowd-pleaser!

Provided by Rjcunigan

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Chili Recipes     White Chili Recipes

Time 8h13m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 ¼ pounds skinless, boneless chicken breast
2 (15 ounce) cans great Northern beans
1 (15 ounce) can white corn
1 (14 ounce) can chicken broth
1 (10.5 ounce) can cream of chicken soup
1 (4 ounce) can chopped green chile peppers
1 (1.25 ounce) package taco seasoning
½ cup sour cream
½ cup shredded pepper Jack cheese, or to taste

Steps:

  • Layer chicken, great Northern beans, and corn into a slow cooker.
  • Mix chicken broth, chicken soup, green chile peppers, and taco seasoning together in a bowl; pour over chicken mixture.
  • Cover and cook on Low until chicken is no longer pink in the center, 8 to 10 hours. Stir in sour cream and pepper Jack cheese; cover and cook until cheese is melted, 3 to 5 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 179 calories, Carbohydrate 12.5 g, Cholesterol 44.8 mg, Fat 7.7 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 14.6 g, SaturatedFat 3.5 g, Sodium 932.7 mg, Sugar 1.3 g

CREAMY WHITE CHILI



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I got the best white chili recipe from my sister-in-law, who made a big batch and served a crowd one night. It was a hit. It's easy and quick, which is helpful since I'm a college student. In all my years of 4-H cooking, I've never had another dish get so many compliments. -Laura Brewer, Lafayette, Indiana

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner     Lunch

Time 50m

Yield 7 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
1 medium onion, chopped
1-1/2 teaspoons garlic powder
1 tablespoon canola oil
2 cans (15-1/2 ounces each) great northern beans, rinsed and drained
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) chicken broth
2 cans (4 ounces each) chopped green chiles
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 cup sour cream
1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
Tortilla chips, optional
Shredded cheddar cheese, optional
Sliced seeded jalapeno pepper, optional

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, saute the chicken, onion and garlic powder in oil until chicken is no longer pink. Add the beans, broth, chiles and seasonings. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 30 minutes. , Remove from the heat; stir in sour cream and cream. If desired, top with tortilla chips, cheese and jalapenos.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 334 calories, Fat 16g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 81mg cholesterol, Sodium 1045mg sodium, Carbohydrate 24g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 7g fiber), Protein 22g protein.

EASY WHITE CHILI



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A very tasty, somewhat spicy, variation of chili that uses chicken. I like to serve it with sweet corn bread.

Provided by Nancie Thompson

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Chili Recipes     White Chili Recipes

Time 45m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 tablespoons olive oil
2 onions, chopped
4 cloves garlic, minced
4 cooked, boneless chicken breast half, chopped
3 (14.5 ounce) cans chicken broth
2 (4 ounce) cans canned green chile peppers, chopped
2 teaspoons ground cumin
2 teaspoons dried oregano
1 ½ teaspoons cayenne pepper
5 (14.5 ounce) cans great Northern beans, undrained
1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese

Steps:

  • Heat the oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the onions and garlic and saute for 10 minutes, or until onions are tender. Add the chicken, chicken broth, green chile peppers, cumin, oregano and cayenne pepper and bring to a boil.
  • Reduce heat to low and add the beans. Simmer for 20 to 30 minutes, or until heated thoroughly. Pour into individual bowls and top with the cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 520.7 calories, Carbohydrate 59.2 g, Cholesterol 53.8 mg, Fat 13.9 g, Fiber 13.6 g, Protein 41.1 g, SaturatedFat 4.9 g, Sodium 935 mg, Sugar 2.6 g

EASY WHITE CHICKEN CHILI



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This is almost "instant chili" but so tasty that you'll throw it together for your family often. Very low-fat, but so good you'll never know it. It's awesome by itself, with tortilla chips, as a potato-topper, or as a creamy topping for nachos.

Provided by Denibates

Categories     Beans

Time 55m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 (8 ounce) cans boneless white chicken meat packed in water, undrained or 2 cups shredded cooked white chicken meat
2 (10 3/4 ounce) cans cream of chicken soup, with herbs, plus
20 fluid ounces skim milk (1-2 soup cans) or 20 fluid ounces water (1-2 soup cans)
2 (15 ounce) cans great northern beans, undrained
1/2 cup chopped onion
1 (10 ounce) can ro-tel diced tomatoes with green chilies
1 (1 1/8 ounce) package williams white chicken chili seasoning mix
1 cup asiago cheese or 1 cup parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • in a heavy saucepan, open all cans and mix together. Add onion and white chicken chili mix to taste. Stir well.
  • Simmer for 45 minutes, stirring frequently.
  • Sprinkle cheese on the top when serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 736.4, Fat 28.5, SaturatedFat 11.6, Cholesterol 101.5, Sodium 1774.6, Carbohydrate 60, Fiber 12, Sugar 1.8, Protein 59.8

WHITE CHICKEN CHILI



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Skip your standard recipe, white chili is totally worth your while. Made with chicken, white beans and broth, this version is amenable to whatever heat level (or lack thereof) that you desire, and it's plenty hearty, though its consistency is less chunky than red chile. What really defines this recipe is its brighter, fresher flavor, which is due to the use of broth, a garnish of cilantro and inclusion of green chiles. Contrary to what you might imagine, green chiles are not hot. They're just delicious. So if you've got a package of chicken on hand, why not give this a try?

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 30m

Yield 9

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 large onion, chopped (1 cup)
2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-size pieces
3 cans (14 oz each) chicken broth
2 cans (15 oz each) cannellini beans, drained
2 cans (4.5 oz each) Old El Paso™ chopped green chiles, drained
1 teaspoon dried oregano leaves
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
Dash ground red pepper (cayenne), if desired
1 1/2 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese (6 oz)
Chopped fresh cilantro, if desired

Steps:

  • In 4-quart saucepan or Dutch oven, heat oil over medium-high heat until hot. Add onion, garlic and chicken; cook and stir until chicken is no longer pink.
  • Stir in remaining ingredients except cheese and cilantro. Heat to boiling. Reduce heat to low; simmer 10 to 15 minutes to blend flavors, stirring occasionally.
  • To serve, spoon chili into soup bowls. Top each serving with cheese and cilantro.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 290, Carbohydrate 24 g, Cholesterol 45 mg, Fat 1 1/2, Fiber 6 g, Protein 27 g, SaturatedFat 4 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving (1 Cup), Sodium 1410 mg, Sugar 2 g, TransFat 0 g

Tips for Making the Best White Chicken Chili:

  • Choose high-quality chicken broth. This is the base of your chili, so make sure it's flavorful and rich. Look for a broth made with real chicken meat and avoid broths that are made with just water and bouillon cubes.
  • Use a variety of beans. This will give your chili a more complex flavor and texture. Some good options include white beans, black beans, and pinto beans.
  • Don't be afraid to add some spice. White chicken chili can be a bit bland if it's not seasoned properly. Add some chopped jalapeños or a teaspoon of chili powder to give it a little kick.
  • Top it with your favorite toppings. Some popular options include shredded cheese, sour cream, and diced avocado.

Conclusion:

White chicken chili is a delicious and comforting dish that is perfect for a cold winter day. It's easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give this white chicken chili a try. You won't be disappointed!

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