Chicken White Bean Chili

Warm, comforting, and bursting with bold Southwestern flavors, this Chicken White Bean Chili is a perfect one-pot meal that strikes the ideal balance between hearty and wholesome. Packed with tender shredded chicken, creamy white beans, spicy jalapeño, and bright notes of lime and cilantro, it's a lighter yet satisfying alternative to traditional chili. A medley of warm spices—cumin, coriander, smoked paprika, and oregano—infuses the broth with a rich, smoky depth, while green chilies add just the right amount of heat. This easy recipe comes together in just under an hour, making it an excellent choice for busy weeknights or cozy weekend dinners. Serve it with optional toppings like sour cream, shredded cheddar cheese, and crunchy tortilla chips for a customizable and family-friendly dish everyone will love. Perfect for meal prep or gatherings, this chili is a flavorful, crowd-pleasing favorite you won’t want to miss!

Nutriscore Rating: 78/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium yellow onion, diced
• 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 1 medium jalapeño, seeded and diced
• 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 2 teaspoons ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon ground coriander
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 0.5 teaspoons smoked paprika
• 4 cups chicken broth
• 3 cups canned white beans, drained and rinsed
• 4 ounces canned green chilies, diced
• 0.25 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
• 2 tablespoons lime juice
• 1.5 teaspoons salt
• 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
• 0 sour cream (optional, for garnish)
• 0 tortilla chips (optional, for garnish)
• 0 shredded cheddar cheese (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat the olive oil over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the diced onion and cook for 3-4 minutes until softened and translucent.

Step 3

Add the minced garlic and diced jalapeño, cooking for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

Step 4

Place the chicken breasts into the pot and season with cumin, coriander, oregano, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper.

Step 5

Pour in the chicken broth and bring the mixture to a boil. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes or until the chicken is fully cooked and tender.

Step 6

Remove the chicken breasts from the pot and place them on a cutting board. Shred the chicken using two forks and set aside.

Step 7

Add the white beans and diced green chilies to the pot, stirring to combine. Cook for 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.

Step 8

Return the shredded chicken to the pot and stir in the chopped cilantro and lime juice.

Step 9

Gently simmer for another 5 minutes, adjusting seasoning with additional salt or pepper if needed.

Step 10

Serve the chili warm, topped with sour cream, shredded cheddar cheese, and tortilla chips, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2697.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2203.1

Total Fat 71.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 19.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 430.6mg	0%
Sodium 7754.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 180.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 46.0g	0%
Total Sugars 18.3g
Protein 212.1g	0%

Vitamin D 10.5IU	0%
Calcium 904.8mg	0%
Iron 29.5mg	0%
Potassium 5190.0mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 29.0%

Protein: 38.4%

Carbs: 32.6%