Description
When you’re craving a warm and nourishing meal, the Best High-Protein White Chicken Chili – Creamy, Hearty & Packed with Flavor is your go-to dish. This recipe substitutes traditional beef and tomatoes with tender shredded chicken and creamy white beans, resulting in a chili that’s both light and satisfying. Perfect for cozy dinners, game nights, or meal prep, this one-pot wonder is easy to prepare and loaded with protein to keep you energized throughout the day.
Ingredients
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- 1 Tbsp olive oil
- 1 medium onion (diced)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 cans (15 oz each) cannellini beans (drained & rinsed)
- 1 can (15 oz) Great Northern beans (drained & rinsed)
- 2 cups cooked shredded chicken
- 1 can (4 oz) diced green chilies
- 1 cup corn
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp chili powder
- ½ tsp smoked paprika
- ½ tsp oregano
- Salt & black pepper (to taste)
- ½ cup plain Greek yogurt
- ½ cup shredded Monterey Jack or pepper jack cheese
- Fresh cilantro
- Diced avocado
- Jalapeño slices
- Lime wedges
- Extra cheese
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Sauté onion and garlic until translucent (3-5 minutes).
- Stir in beans and shredded chicken until well combined.
- Add chicken broth, green chilies, corn, and spices; mix well.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer uncovered for about 20 minutes.
- Remove from heat; stir in Greek yogurt until smooth.
- Serve hot with desired toppings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: One-pot cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 305
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 9g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 75mg