Description
This **healthy white chicken chili** is a creamy, high-protein meal that’s perfect for weeknight dinners or meal prep. Packed with lean chicken, white beans, and green chiles, it’s a lighter alternative to traditional chili while still being filling and full of flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast or thighs
- 2 cups white beans (canned or soaked dried beans)
- 1 cup corn kernels (fresh, frozen, or canned)
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (4 oz) green chiles
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1/2 tsp oregano
- 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper (optional for heat)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt (or use sour cream or light cream cheese for creaminess)
- Fresh cilantro and lime wedges for garnish
Instructions
- 1. Sauté the aromatics: In a large pot, heat a tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and garlic, sautéing until fragrant, about 3 minutes.
- 2. Cook the chicken: Add the chicken breast (whole) and cook for 5–7 minutes per side, until browned. Remove from the pot and shred using two forks.
- 3. Simmer the chili: Add the shredded chicken back into the pot along with the beans, corn, green chiles, chicken broth, and spices. Bring to a simmer and cook for 20 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
- 4. Finish with yogurt: Stir in the Greek yogurt, adjust seasoning with salt and pepper, and simmer for another 5 minutes.
- 5. Garnish and serve: Top with fresh cilantro and a squeeze of lime. Serve with tortilla chips or a side of cornbread.
Notes
- This chili can be made ahead and stored in the fridge for up to 4–5 days.
- For a spicier version, increase the cayenne pepper or add diced jalapeños.
- Feel free to swap chicken breast with ground turkey or chickpeas for a different protein option.
- The chili thickens as it sits, so you may need to add extra broth when reheating.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg