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White Bean Chicken Chili

A warm, creamy chili made with chicken, white beans, and green chiles, perfect for a cozy night.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Comfort Food
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the chili base
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, cubed Thighs provide more flavor.
  • 1 can (4 oz) diced green chilies
  • 2 cans (15 oz each) white beans, drained and rinsed
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
  • Salt and pepper to taste
For serving
  • 1/2 cup sour cream For a creamy texture.
  • 1 Juice of lime Freshly squeezed.
  • Chopped cilantro
  • Shredded cheese
  • Diced avocado
  • Tortilla chips For serving.

Method
 

Cooking the chili
  1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
  2. Add the diced onion and minced garlic, cooking until soft and fragrant, about 3-4 minutes.
  3. Add the cubed chicken and cook until browned on all sides.
  4. Stir in the diced green chilies, white beans, chicken broth, ground cumin, chili powder, dried oregano, salt, and pepper.
  5. Bring the mixture to a boil to combine the flavors.
  6. Reduce the heat and let the chili simmer gently for 25-30 minutes.
  7. Remove the pot from heat and stir in the sour cream and lime juice.
  8. Ladle the chili into bowls and top with your choice of chopped cilantro, shredded cheese, diced avocado, and/or tortilla chips.

Notes

Cool the chili before storing in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3-4 days. Can freeze for up to 3 months. Use thighs for more flavor, and mash some beans for a thicker chili.