White Bean Chicken Chili

A lighter, creamy alternative to traditional beef chili featuring tender shredded chicken and protein-rich Great Northern beans. Simmered with green chilies, cumin, and coriander, it offers a gentle heat and a complex, aromatic flavor profile. This comforting, high-fiber meal is perfect for those who want all the heartiness of chili without the heavy red meat.

Prep 9 minCook 26 minTotal 35 minUpdated Jul 3, 202635 minHigh ProteinGluten Free

A lighter, creamy alternative to traditional beef chili featuring tender shredded chicken and protein-rich Great Northern beans. Simmered with green chilies, cumin, and coriander, it offers a gentle heat and a complex, aromatic flavor profile. This comforting, high-fiber meal is perfect for those who want all the heartiness of chili without the heavy red meat.

Ingredients

  • 1 tbsp Vegetable Oil
  • 17.78 oz Onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves Garlic, minced
  • 1.6 cup Chicken Broth
  • 2.08 tbsp Tomatillo, drained chopped
  • 1.78 cup Tomato, diced
  • 0.78 tbsp Green Chile, diced
  • 1/2 tsp Oregano
  • 1/2 tsp Coriander Seed, ground
  • 1/2 tsp Cumin, ground
  • 1 cup Fresh Corn Kernels
  • 1.78 oz Chicken Meat, diced cooked
  • 1.67 cup White Bean
  • 1/4 tsp Salt Black Pepper

Instructions

  1. Heat oil, and cook onion and garlic until soft.
  2. Stir in broth, tomatillos, tomatoes, chilies, and spices. Bring to a boil, then simmer for 10 minutes.
  3. Add corn, chicken, and beans; simmer 5 minutes. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

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