White Chili Recipe

This White Chicken Chili recipe is packed with flavor. A blend of poblano peppers, green chiles, and sweet corn are cooked with diced chicken breasts and beans in a creamy chicken broth

It’s hearty, satisfying, and perfect for topping with a dollop of sour cream and a sprinkle of fresh cilantro.

Chicken – Use boneless skinless chicken breasts or thighs, or even rotisserie or shredded chicken for this recipe.

VeggiesTex-Mex-inspired veggies like onions, corn, and peppers are just the basics! Use fresh or frozen corn or even canned.

Try diced bell peppers, diced potatoes, and even healthier veggies like zucchini and chopped baby kale.

Beans – White kidney beans are also known as Cannellini beans. Substitute with other white beans like navy beans, great northern beans, or even chickpeas. Simply open the cans, drain and rinse them; no need to soak them!

Seasonings – Use the spice in the recipe below or use your favorite chili seasoning mix, or try taco seasoning or fajita seasoning.

Nutrition information provided is an estimate and will vary based on cooking methods and brands of ingredients used.

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white chili recipe

Easy White Chicken Chili

white chili recipe

This white chicken chili recipe is a Tex-Mex inspired meal. Chicken, poblano peppers, green chilis, corn, and kidney beans are slowly simmered in a creamy chicken base.

Prep: 20min

Total: 45min

Yield: 6

Serving Size: 1.25 cup

Nutrition Facts: calories 286 kcal, Carbohydrate 30 g, Protein 22 g, Fat 9 g, Saturated Fat 3 g, Cholesterol 49 mg, Sodium 463 mg, Fiber 7 g, Sugar 4 g, servingSize 1.25 cup

Ingredients:

  • 2 teaspoons olive oil
  • 1 large onion (diced, or two small onions)
  • 2 poblano peppers (seeded and diced)
  • 2 cups chicken broth (reduced sodium)
  • 1 can Cannellini beans (15 oz, also known as white kidney beans)
  • 4 oz mild green chilis (canned, with juices)
  • 1 cup corn
  • ¾ pound chicken breasts (½-inch diced)
  • 1 ½ teaspoons chili powder
  • ½ teaspoon cumin
  • ½ teaspoon oregano
  • ½ teaspoon salt (or to taste)
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • ⅔ cup sour cream
  • 3 tablespoons cilantro

Instruction:

  1. Heat 2 teaspoons of olive oil in a dutch oven or large pot.
  2. Soften diced onions and peppers in the oil over medium heat until translucent, about 5 minutes.
  3. Add chicken broth, white kidney beans, mild green chilis, corn, diced chicken, chili powder, cumin, and oregano.
  4. Cover and simmer for 25 minutes or until the vegetables are tender.
  5. Remove from heat and stir in sour cream and cilantro.
  6. Serve with your favorite toppings.

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FAQ

What is white chili made of?

White chili is made with white beans, chicken (sometimes pork), and mild green chiles. (That said, if you must, must have scorching heat in your chili, there are ways to do that while still keeping the chili white.

What thickens white chicken chili?

There are a couple of ways to thicken white chicken chili. The easiest method is to add a thickener like cornmeal, masa harina or even polenta. These will need to simmer for a several minutes in the liquid in order to absorb moisture from the soup and thicken.

Is white chili the same as normal chili?

What is the difference between white chili and regular chili? Regular chili has a rich base of red chilies or chili powder and tomato, while white chili has green chilies. Please look at our Texas red chili and our favorite homemade chili with beans as examples of red chili.

Which white beans are best for chili?

If you’re making white chili, you need white beans like Great Northern beans. These beans are moderate in size with a nutty, light flavor. The skin is firm, so they hold up well to chili cooking. They will often absorb some of the broth, taking on the chili flavor as the dish cooks.

About the author

Helen is an author and editor at helenbackcafe.com, who has a passion for writing about recipes. She loves to experiment with different ingredients and cooking techniques to create delicious and unique dishes.

Among all the foods, pizza holds a special place in her heart, and she loves exploring different variations and toppings to create the perfect slice. Through her writing, Helen hopes to inspire others to get creative in the kitchen and share their love for food with the world.

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