Best 7 Zesty White Chicken Chili Recipes

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Prepare to tantalize your taste buds with a culinary journey into the realm of zesty flavors and comforting warmth! Our zesty white chicken chili offers a delightful symphony of zesty flavors, blending the richness of chicken, the tang of tomatillos, and the subtle heat of green chiles. Immerse yourself in the creamy embrace of coconut milk and the aromatic embrace of cilantro, culminating in a harmonious blend of textures and flavors.

embark on a culinary adventure with our additional recipe variations. Explore the tantalizing world of white chicken chili with roasted poblanos, where the smoky sweetness of roasted poblanos adds an extra layer of depth and complexity. Indulge in the spicy delight of our white chicken chili with chipotle peppers, where the smoky heat of chipotles sets your taste buds ablaze. For a touch of Tex-Mex flair, dive into our white chicken chili with corn and black beans, where the vibrant flavors of corn and black beans create a fiesta in your mouth. And for those seeking a vegetarian twist, our white bean chili with spinach and kale offers a hearty and flavorful alternative, brimming with the goodness of beans, spinach, and kale.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

SPICY WHITE CHILI WITH CHICKEN



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Delicious white chicken chili! Make on stove top or let it simmer all day in slow cooker.

Provided by tmelenick

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

Time 1h30m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 onion, chopped
1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
4 cups chicken broth
2 (15.5 ounce) cans Great Northern beans, drained and rinsed
1 (15 ounce) can garbanzo beans, drained
1 cup corn kernels
1 (7 ounce) can diced green chiles
2 tablespoons minced fresh cilantro
1 tablespoon lime juice
2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
4 cooked chicken breast halves, cubed
2 tablespoons cornstarch
¼ cup cold water

Steps:

  • Heat olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat; cook and stir onion, jalapeno, and garlic until onion is tender, about 5 minutes. Add chicken broth, Great Northern beans, garbanzo beans, corn, green chiles, cilantro, lime juice, cumin, and black pepper; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low and stir chicken into broth. Cover and simmer chili for 45 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Whisk cornstarch and water together in a bowl; stir into chili and bring to a boil. Cook and stir until chili is thickened, about 5 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 376.4 calories, Carbohydrate 54.3 g, Cholesterol 31.8 mg, Fat 7 g, Fiber 11 g, Protein 26.4 g, SaturatedFat 1.5 g, Sodium 559.1 mg, Sugar 2.9 g

EASY SPICY WHITE CHICKEN CHILI



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Super simple and flavorful. I added more beans and less chicken but will post as written. Recipe courtesy of Becky Hardin (The Cookie Rookie).

Provided by AmyZoe

Categories     < 60 Mins

Time 35m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

5 -6 cups chicken broth
6 cups cooked shredded chicken
30 5/8 ounces northern white beans, drained
2 cups salsa verde
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
1/2 teaspoon poultry seasoning
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 large yellow onion, chopped and diced
4 garlic cloves, minced
2 jalapeno peppers, diced
1 poblano pepper, diced
garnish with sour cream, more jalapenos, shredded cheese, and green onion

Steps:

  • Heat onion, peppers, and garlic in a large skillet over medium-high heat until the onions are transparent.
  • Add all the ingredients besides garnish to a medium pot and bring to a boil.
  • Cover and reduce to a simmer, cooking for 5 to 10 minutes at least on simmer.
  • Serve with sour cream, shredded cheese, green onions, and more peppers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 281.4, Fat 5.5, SaturatedFat 0.8, Sodium 1253.3, Carbohydrate 41.8, Fiber 8.3, Sugar 7.7, Protein 15.5

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

ZESTY CHICKEN CHILI



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This delicious chili features chicken, vegetables and Progresso® beans - a zesty dinner.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 1h20m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 tablespoons olive oil
2 poblano chiles, chopped
1 large red bell pepper, chopped
1 medium sweet onion, chopped (1/2 cup)
3 cloves garlic, finely chopped
2 cans (14.5 oz each) zesty chili-style diced tomatoes, undrained
3 cups shredded or chopped smoked chicken (about 1 lb)
1 can (15 oz) navy beans, drained, rinsed
1 can (15 oz) Progresso™ black beans, drained, rinsed
1 can or bottle (12 oz) beer
1 package (1.25 oz) white chicken chili seasoning mix
Lime wedges
Shredded Cheddar cheese
Chopped fresh cilantro
Sour cream

Steps:

  • In 4- to 6-quart Dutch oven, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add chiles, bell pepper, onion and garlic; cook 8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until tender.
  • Stir in remaining chili ingredients. Heat to boiling; reduce heat to low. Simmer 1 hour, stirring occasionally. Serve with desired toppings.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 290, Carbohydrate 33 g, Fat 1/2, Fiber 8 g, Protein 25 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 930 mg

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

SPICY WHITE CHILI



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I thought the original version of this dish was fine. But my son can't get enough spice, so I added green chiles and other seasonings until I'd created a quick and easy chili he's wild about. -Carlene Bailey, Bradenton, Florida

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 35m

Yield 8 servings (2-1/4 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 medium onions, chopped
1 tablespoon canola oil
4 garlic cloves, minced
2 cans (4 ounces each) chopped green chiles
2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) chicken broth
4 cups cubed cooked chicken
3 cans (15-1/2 ounces each) great northern beans, rinsed and drained
2 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese
Optional: Sour cream and sliced jalapeno peppers

Steps:

  • In a Dutch oven or soup kettle, saute onions in oil until tender. Stir in garlic, chiles, cumin, oregano, cayenne and cloves; cook and stir 2-3 minutes more. Add broth, chicken and beans; simmer, uncovered, for 15 minutes. , Remove from the heat. Stir in cheese until melted. Garnish with sour cream and jalapeno peppers if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 324 calories, Fat 16g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 87mg cholesterol, Sodium 609mg sodium, Carbohydrate 13g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 31g protein.

SLOW-COOKER SPICY WHITE CHICKEN CHILI



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Enjoy a chili without tomatoes that's a cousin to classic chili. Chicken and white beans make it "white chili," while cumin, pepper sauce and cilantro give it the zip.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 4h35m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 12

6 skinless chicken thighs (1 1/2 lb)
1 large onion, chopped (1 cup)
2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
1 3/4 cups Progresso™ chicken broth (from 32-oz carton)
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon dried oregano leaves
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon red pepper sauce
2 cans (15 to 16 oz each) great northern beans, drained, rinsed
1 can (11 oz) white shoepeg corn, drained
3 tablespoons lime juice
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • Remove excess fat from chicken. In 3 1/2- to 4-quart slow cooker, mix onion, garlic, broth, cumin, oregano, salt and pepper sauce. Add chicken.
  • Cover; cook on Low heat setting 4 to 5 hours.
  • Remove chicken from slow cooker. Use 2 forks to remove bones and shred chicken into pieces. Discard bones; return chicken to slow cooker. Stir in beans, corn, lime juice and cilantro. Cover; cook on Low heat setting 15 to 20 minutes or until beans and corn are hot.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 270, Carbohydrate 33 g, Cholesterol 35 mg, Fat 1/2, Fiber 7 g, Protein 23 g, SaturatedFat 1 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 470 mg, Sugar 3 g, TransFat 0 g

Tips:

  • Use fresh, high-quality ingredients. The better the ingredients, the better the chili will be.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment. There are many different ways to make white chicken chili. Feel free to add or omit ingredients to suit your own taste.
  • Cook the chili on low heat for a long time. This will allow the flavors to develop and meld together.
  • Serve the chili with your favorite toppings. Some popular toppings include sour cream, shredded cheese, avocado, and cilantro.
  • Make a big batch of chili. It freezes well, so you can enjoy it all week long.

Conclusion:

White chicken chili is a delicious, comforting, and versatile dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal or a casual get-together. With its creamy texture, zesty flavor, and endless topping possibilities, this chili is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal that's also packed with flavor, give this white chicken chili a try. You won't be disappointed.

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