Best 9 White Chicken Chili Fiesta Chicken Chili Recipes

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**Fuel up on Comfort with a Delightful Duo of Chicken Chili Recipes: White Chicken Chili and Fiesta Chicken Chili**

Embrace the warmth and flavors of chili with two tantalizing recipes that promise a soul-satisfying experience. White Chicken Chili offers a creamy, comforting hug, combining tender chicken, creamy broth, white beans, and a medley of spices for a harmonious blend of flavors. Fiesta Chicken Chili, on the other hand, brings the fiesta to your taste buds with a vibrant combination of chicken, black beans, corn, and zesty spices, creating a lively and flavorful chili experience. Both recipes are not only delicious but also incredibly versatile, easily adaptable to various dietary preferences and spice levels. Whether you're craving a cozy comfort food on a chilly day or seeking a zesty kick to liven up your taste buds, these chicken chili recipes have got you covered. So, gather your ingredients, let your taste buds rejoice, and prepare to embark on a delightful culinary journey.

Here are our top 9 tried and tested recipes!

WHITE CHICKEN CHILI



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This White Chicken Chili is hearty, warming, creamy and perfectly comforting. It's a great alternative to traditional beef chili and makes a simple, yet completely delicious dinner! Makes about 8 cups.

Provided by Jaclyn

Categories     Main Course

Time 50m

Number Of Ingredients 18

1 small yellow onion (, diced)
1 tbsp olive oil
2 cloves garlic (, finely minced)
2 (14.5 oz) cans low-sodium chicken broth
1 (7 oz) can diced green chilies
1 1/2 tsp cumin
1/2 tsp paprika
1/2 tsp dried oregano
1/2 tsp ground coriander
1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
salt and freshly ground black pepper (, to taste)
1 (8 oz) pkg Neufchatel cheese (aka light cream cheese), (cut into small cubes )
1 1/4 cup frozen or fresh corn
2 (15 oz) cans cannellini beans
2 1/2 cups shredded cooked rotisserie or left-over chicken*
1 Tbsp fresh lime juice
2 Tbsp chopped fresh cilantro, (plus more for serving)
Tortilla chips or strips, monterrey jack cheese, sliced avocado (for serving (optional))

Steps:

  • Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add onion and saute 4 minutes minutes. Add garlic and saute 30 seconds longer.
  • Add chicken broth, green chilies, cumin, paprika, oregano, coriander, cayenne pepper and season with salt and pepper to taste. Bring mixture just to a boil then reduce heat to medium-low and simmer 15 minutes.
  • Drain and rinse beans in a fine mesh strainer or colander then measure out 1 cup. Set whole beans aside, transfer 1 cup beans to a food processor along with 1/4 cup broth from soup, puree until nearly smooth**.
  • Add Neufchatel cheese to soup along with corn, whole beans and pureed beans and stir well. Simmer 5 - 10 minutes longer.
  • Stir in chicken, fresh lime juice and cilantro. Serve with Monterrey Jack cheese, more cilantro, avocado slices and tortilla chips if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 383 kcal, Carbohydrate 35 g, Protein 33 g, Fat 14 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, Cholesterol 77 mg, Sodium 525 mg, Fiber 8 g, Sugar 5 g, ServingSize 1 serving

WHITE CHICKEN CHILI FIESTA



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Not to be confused with white bean chicken chili, this recipe is just white chicken chili. Chicken chili is becoming more popular and this recipe is too easy not to try. Make it as spicy as you want or not...your choice!

Provided by Lane's BBQ

Categories     Chili / Appetizers

Time 59m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 13

Lane's Cubano Rub
Lane's Fiesta Rub
2 Chicken Breast
8oz Cream Cheese
2 cups Chicken Broth
1 can black beans drained washed
1 can corn drained
8 Slices of Bacon chopped
1 can ROTEL
Mexican Cheese Blend
Tortilla Chips
Jalapenos 
Cilantro

Steps:

  • Season Chicken with Lane's Fiesta Rub and bake at 350 for about 40 minutes (depending on the thickness) Chickens internal temperature should be 165.
  • Shred Chicken
  • Cook bacon and chop - Optional you can season bacon with Lane's Fiesta Rub
  • In a Crockpot or Large pot on the stove add chicken and bacon
  • Add 2 tbsp Lane's Cubano Rub
  • Add the rest of the ingredients to the pot and Cook with lid on low for 45 minutes - Check and stir a every now and then.
  • Make a bowl add your garnish and enjoy

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 4, Calories 280

WHITE CHICKEN CHILI



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Provided by Valerie Bertinelli

Categories     main-dish

Time 45m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 tablespoon vegetable oil
2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
1 small jalapeno, stemmed, seeded and finely chopped
1 medium onion, chopped
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/2 teaspoon ancho chile powder
1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
4 cups chicken stock
4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 1/2 pounds)
Two 15-ounce cans white beans
Two 4-ounce cans mild chopped green chiles
Serving suggestions: chopped cilantro, sliced scallions, chili-lime corn nuts, tortilla chips, sour cream, sliced radishes, pickled jalapenos, avocado, grated Cheddar or Monterey Jack, chopped bacon, shredded cabbage

Steps:

  • Heat the oil in a medium pot over medium heat. Add the garlic, jalapeno, onion, 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper and cook until softened, about 6 minutes. Add the ancho powder, coriander and cumin and cook, stirring, for 30 seconds. Add the chicken stock, increase the heat to medium-high and bring to a brisk simmer. Add the chicken breasts and simmer until the chicken is just cooked through, 15 to 20 minutes. Transfer the chicken to a plate to cool slightly.
  • Meanwhile, add the beans and their liquid to the pot with the broth and simmer for 5 minutes. Transfer about half of the mixture to a blender and blend until smooth (be careful when blending hot liquids). Return the blended liquid to the pot and add the green chiles. Simmer for 5 to 10 minutes to blend the flavors.
  • Meanwhile, shred the chicken. Add the chicken back to the chili and season with salt and pepper.
  • Serve the chili with an assortment of toppings.

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.

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.

WHITE CHICKEN CHILI



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White chicken chili is the creamiest, coziest version of chili. It's made with chicken, beans, peppers, corn, jalapeños, and all of your favorite taco seasonings.

Categories     comfort food     dinner     poultry     soup     stews

Time 45m

Yield 6-8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 19

2 tbsp. olive oil
1 onion, chopped
2 poblano peppers, chopped
1 jalapeño, chopped (seeds removed, if you don't like it spicy!)
1 tbsp. ground cumin
1 tsp. ground coriander
1 tsp. chili powder
1/2 tsp. black pepper
2 tsp. dried oregano
4 c. chicken broth, divided
3 tbsp. cornmeal or masa harina
2 15 oz. cans white beans (such as cannellini or great northern beans), drained and rinsed
1 4 oz. can chopped green chilis
1 c. frozen corn
3 c. cooked chicken (from 1 rotisserie chicken)
1/2 c. heavy cream
2 tbsp. fresh lime juice
2 tbsp. chopped cilantro leaves, plus more for serving
Tortilla chips, shredded Monterey Jack cheese and/or sour cream, for serving

Steps:

  • Heat a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add the olive oil, then onion and poblano pepper. Season with ½ teaspoon of salt and cook until slightly softened, stirring occasionally, about 5 minutes. Add the garlic and jalapeño and cook for 2 more minutes. Add the cumin, coriander, chili powder, black pepper, and oregano and cook 1 more minute, or until fragrant.
  • In a small measuring cup, whisk together ½ cup of chicken broth and the cornmeal or masa harina.
  • Add the remaining 3 ½ cups chicken broth, cornmeal mixture, white beans, canned green chilis, and frozen corn to the Dutch oven. Bring to a simmer and cook, stirring occasionally, for 10 minutes, over medium heat. Stir in the cooked chicken and cook for 5 more minutes. Stir in the heavy cream, lime juice and cilantro and remove from the heat. Season with the remaining ½ teaspoon of salt, plus more to taste.
  • Serve topped with additional cilantro, sour cream, tortilla chips and shredded cheese, if you like.

WHITE CHICKEN CHILI (FIESTA CHICKEN CHILI)



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This is my take on White Chicken Chili. It has a little twist to make it more lively and exciting for those cold winter days. It is a flavor and color explosion

Provided by Jena Lewis

Categories     Tex Mex

Time 1h10m

Yield 10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast, cubed
1 large sweet onion, chopped
4 garlic cloves, crushed
1 sweet red pepper, chopped
1 cup celery, diced
2 serrano peppers, sliced
11 ounces sweet corn, drained
15 ounces small white beans, drained
4 ounces mild green chilies, diced
1/2 tablespoon cumin
1 tablespoon oregano
fresh ground black pepper, to taste
1 cup sour cream
1/2 cup whipping cream
1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil

Steps:

  • Heat pot and add extra virgin olive oil.
  • Saute onions and garlic in pot.
  • As onions are browning add chicken and cumin.
  • Add other veggies, beans, and corn, Cook until peppers are tender
  • Add chicken broth oregano and pepper, and bring to a boil.
  • reduce to simmer.
  • Add sour cream, and whipping cream.
  • Serve immediately.

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

Tips:

  • To make the chicken more flavorful, marinate it in a mixture of lime juice, cumin, chili powder, and garlic for at least 30 minutes before cooking.
  • For a creamier chili, use heavy cream or sour cream instead of milk.
  • Add a can of corn or black beans to the chili for a more hearty and flavorful dish.
  • Top the chili with shredded cheese, sour cream, and pico de gallo before serving.
  • Serve the chili with a side of cornbread or tortilla chips.

Conclusion:

White chicken chili is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. It is also a great way to use up leftover chicken. This recipe for white chicken chili is a bit different from the traditional version, as it uses tomatillos instead of tomatoes. This gives the chili a slightly tangy flavor that is really delicious. The chicken is also cooked in a mixture of lime juice, cumin, chili powder, and garlic, which gives it a lot of flavor. The chili is then simmered in a creamy sauce made with milk and cream cheese. This makes the chili rich and creamy, and it is perfect for a cold winter day.

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