Mike's White Chili

Cozy, creamy, and bursting with bold Southwestern flavors, Mike's White Chili is the ultimate comfort food for chili lovers looking for a lighter twist. Featuring tender shredded chicken, hearty white beans, and diced green chiles simmered in a rich, spiced broth infused with cumin, oregano, and a splash of heavy cream, this recipe strikes the perfect balance between savory and satisfying. It's a one-pot wonder that comes together in under an hour, making it ideal for weeknight dinners or game-day gatherings. Top it off with fresh cilantro, gooey Monterey Jack cheese, and crunchy tortilla chips for an irresistible meal that will have everyone coming back for seconds. Perfect for cozy evenings, "white chili with chicken" is sure to become your new go-to recipe!

Nutriscore Rating: 78/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 2 pieces Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 1 medium Yellow onion, diced
• 3 cloves Garlic, minced
• 2 4-ounce cans Green chiles, diced (canned)
• 4 cups Chicken broth
• 3 15-ounce cans White beans (such as cannellini or Great Northern), rinsed and drained
• 2 teaspoons Ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon Ground coriander
• 1 teaspoon Chili powder
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.5 cup Heavy cream
• 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro, chopped
• 0.5 cup Shredded Monterey Jack cheese (optional, for topping)
• 0 as desired Tortilla chips or strips (optional, for serving)

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the chicken breasts and sear on both sides until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes per side. Remove the chicken and set aside.

Step 3

In the same pot, add the diced onion and sauté until soft and translucent, about 5 minutes.

Step 4

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 5

Add the green chiles, chicken broth, white beans, cumin, oregano, coriander, chili powder, salt, and black pepper to the pot. Stir well.

Step 6

Return the chicken breasts to the pot. Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and tender.

Step 7

Remove the chicken breasts from the pot and shred them using two forks.

Step 8

Return the shredded chicken to the pot, and stir in the heavy cream. Simmer for another 5 minutes to blend the flavors.

Step 9

Taste and adjust the seasoning if necessary.

Step 10

Serve the white chili hot, garnished with fresh cilantro and, if desired, shredded Monterey Jack cheese and tortilla chips or strips.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3009.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2823.6

Total Fat 110.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 43.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 465.8mg	0%
Sodium 5742.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 244.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 66.3g	0%
Total Sugars 14.9g
Protein 209.3g	0%

Vitamin D 15.5IU	0%
Calcium 1244.3mg	0%
Iron 36.2mg	0%
Potassium 6153.7mg	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: 35.3%

Protein: 29.8%

Carbs: 34.8%