Vegetarian White Bean Chicken Chili

Savor the comforting warmth of this Vegetarian White Bean Chicken Chili—a hearty, plant-based twist on the classic! This one-pot recipe is packed with creamy cannellini and great northern beans, earthy spices like cumin and smoked paprika, sweet corn, and a hint of brightness from fresh lime juice. With protein-rich beans and a vibrant medley of green bell peppers, onions, and mild green chilies, this chili offers bold flavors without the meat. It's ready in just 45 minutes, making it perfect for a cozy weeknight meal or meal prep. Top it off with fresh cilantro, a dollop of sour cream, or shredded cheese for a customizable finish. Serve it with tortilla chips or crusty bread for a filling, satisfying vegetarian meal that's sure to please.

Nutriscore Rating: 85/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium yellow onion, diced
• 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 1 medium green bell pepper, diced
• 4 cups vegetable broth
• 2 15-ounce cans cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 15-ounce can great northern beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 4-ounce can diced green chilies
• 1 cup frozen corn
• 2 teaspoons ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon ground coriander
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons lime juice
• 0.25 cup fresh cilantro, chopped (optional, for garnish)
• 0 as desired sour cream or plain Greek yogurt (optional, for topping)
• 0 as desired shredded cheese (optional, for topping)

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

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

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and diced green bell pepper, cooking for an additional 2-3 minutes.

Step 4

Add the vegetable broth, cannellini beans, great northern beans, green chilies, and corn to the pot, stirring to combine.

Step 5

Season the chili with ground cumin, dried oregano, smoked paprika, ground coriander, salt, and black pepper.

Step 6

Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and simmer for 20 minutes.

Step 7

Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary, adding more salt or spices to preference.

Step 8

Stir in the fresh lime juice just before serving to brighten the flavors.

Step 9

Ladle the chili into bowls and garnish with chopped cilantro, sour cream, shredded cheese, or any desired toppings.

Step 10

Serve warm with tortilla chips, crusty bread, or enjoy on its own.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2949.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2129.0

Total Fat 59.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 16.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.5g
Cholesterol 45mg	0%
Sodium 4864.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 318.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 84.4g	0%
Total Sugars 40.2g
Protein 104.6g	0%

Vitamin D 6IU	0%
Calcium 1146.2mg	0%
Iron 34.0mg	0%
Potassium 7098.0mg	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: 24.2%

Protein: 18.8%

Carbs: 57.1%