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White Chili Chicken Recipe

January 2, 2017 by Evelyn 35 Comments

Homemade White Chicken chili recipe that is healthier than regular white chili. A chili chicken with green chile, chicken, white beans, and garbanzo beans
 
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Anytime it gets below 50 degrees here in Texas, we start craving a pot of chili.     So if it’s early fall, the dead of winter or a late spring day, one form of chili is usually on the menu each week here at the Ranch. We do have several different versions of Homemade Texas Chili but since we are trying to eat a little healthier, we opted for a white chicken chili today.

 

What makes our White Chili Healthier?

  • White Chili is made with chunks of leaner chicken breasts for a lower fat protein choice
  • Garbanzo Beans (chickpeas) are also added to this bowl for extra fiber and lean protein
  • And we stayed away from a tomato-based sauce to decrease the acidity on the tummy.
  • Both Jalapeno’s and green chile contain Vitamin A, Vitamin C, and Capsaicin (Capsaicin is said to reduce inflammation)
 
Even in the cooler weather, a pot of healthier White Chili is loved and appreciated by all.  It’s total comfort food with the added healthier ingredients and benefits.  And this White Chili recipe is easy and it can be made with minimal prep work.  The only cutting is the chicken breast, onions, and peppers.
 
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How to Make White Chili Chicken:

Scroll down for the Pintable Recipe
 
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We add flavor to this white chicken chili by adding some jalapeƱo.   You could add 1 or 2 according to your family’s heat tolerance.    Did you know that if you seed the jalapeƱo and cut off the membranes it reduces the heat?

 

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Start your white chili by dicing 1 whole onion and jalapeƱos into small pieces.
 
 
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Pour a couple of tablespoons olive oil into a dutch oven and saute until onion is translucent.
 
Crushed garlic
 
While the onions and jalapenos are cooking, peel and chop 2 cloves of garlic.   We use this handy rubber-like garlic peeler tube and this is our favorite garlic press or chopper.  Both make using fresh garlic so much easier.
 
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Add chopped chicken breast and stir to combine.  Cook until the chicken begins to brown.     Add green chiles, cumin, oregano, chipotle powder and salt.  Stir and cook for another minute.
 
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Add chicken broth, both cans of beans and bring to a boil.   Lower the heat to a simmer and cook for 25 minutes.
 
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Serve topped with cilantro and cheese.   So grab your chili bowls, spoons and get your chili on because it’s now under 50 degrees and it’s time for some chili chicken.
 
Tip–  after everything is added, pour into a crockpot and cook the white chicken chili on low for 3 hours.
 

If you enjoyed this Chili Recipe then see these:

  • Spaghetti Squash Stuffed with Chicken Parmesan
  • Texas Chili with Beans
  • Albondigas
  • Pasta Fagioli 
 

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Print Recipe
5 from 11 votes

White Chicken Chili

A healthier option for chili with this white chicken using chicken breasts and white beans
Prep Time10 mins
Cook Time35 mins
Total Time45 mins
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: white chicken chili, white chili
Servings: 4
Calories: 222kcal
Author: Evelyn

Ingredients

  • 2 chicken breasts chopped into bite-size pieces
  • 1 onion chopped
  • 2 garlic cloves minced
  • 1 jalapeƱo seeded and diced
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 4 oz can chopped green chiles drained
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon oregano
  • 1/8 teaspoon ground chipotle pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 1/2 cups chicken broth
  • 1 16 oz can garbanzo beans
  • 1 15.8 oz can great northern beans
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro chopped
  • 1/2 cup low-fat Monterey jack cheese grated

Instructions

  •  Saute onion and jalapeƱo in olive oil in a dutch oven for 1 minute.
  •  Add chopped chicken pieces and cook until brown, about 5-10 minutes.
  • Add garlic, chiles, cumin, oregano, chipotle chili powder and salt. Saute for another minute
  • Stir in chicken broth and both cans of beans, bring to a boil, lower heat to simmer, cover and cook for 25 minutes.
  • Serve topped with cilantro and cheese.

Nutrition

Calories: 222kcal | Carbohydrates: 5g | Protein: 28g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 81mg | Sodium: 858mg | Potassium: 551mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 240IU | Vitamin C: 14mg | Calcium: 189mg | Iron: 1mg


 

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Comments

  1. [email protected]

    April 29, 2013 at 11:10 am

    If I could I would have came right through the screen to join you for a bowl, Evelyn, but not sure that would be the easiest route to come from the Bruce Peninsula in Ontario ?

    Reply
  2. mail4rosey

    April 29, 2013 at 11:28 am

    I like that the garbanzos are in there, they're one of my faves. This looks really good.

    Reply
  3. Anne @ Domesblissity

    April 29, 2013 at 1:10 pm

    That looks so good Evelyn. I made one the other week and it didn't look half as good as this. I'll have to steal your recipe I think.

    Anne xx

    Reply
  4. dinoheromommy.com

    April 29, 2013 at 2:34 pm

    oh wow, I am going to have to try that. i think hubby and son would love it too…okay well maybe just my son.

    Reply
  5. Kim Vealey

    April 29, 2013 at 3:15 pm

    It's snowing today in my part of Alberta, so it's a great day for chili!
    Stopping by, better late than never, from Let's Get Social Sunday.

    Reply
  6. Cathy

    April 29, 2013 at 6:25 pm

    I have never had white chili, I think I need to give this a try šŸ™‚ It looks really good!!!

    Reply
  7. Katy

    April 29, 2013 at 7:05 pm

    5 stars
    YUM! I'm always looking for new, healthy recipes and I found a great one with this chili. If we get another cold snap down here in Texas (weather has been CRAZY this year, but i guess it wouldn't be texas if it wasn't!),

    Reply
  8. Lisa @ Grandmas Briefs

    April 30, 2013 at 2:47 am

    This looks delicious. Thank you for sharing in the GRAND Social. ♄

    Reply
  9. Christi

    April 30, 2013 at 3:46 am

    Oh man I love white chili and this looks fantastic! Thanks for sharing!

    Reply
  10. Jamie Sherman

    April 30, 2013 at 3:54 am

    It was over 100° here in the Phoenix area today …. but I would still eat a bowl of this šŸ™‚ Yummy!

    Reply
  11. amy mayen

    April 30, 2013 at 11:08 am

    This does look so yummy! I don't notice a lot of recipes because I hate cooking…but chili, soups and stews are usually east enough that even I can't mess them up. I love that's it's made with chicken rather than beef. I had a version of this once but never knew how to make it. I can't wait to try it…possibly in the crock pot šŸ™‚

    Reply
  12. Cindy Jamieson

    April 30, 2013 at 12:16 pm

    Super YUM!! Thank you so much for sharing at Simple Supper Tuesday.

    Reply
  13. ~Kc Waddell

    April 30, 2013 at 4:01 pm

    Definitely trying this one! I love white chili but I have never had it with garbanzo beans and I love them! Thanks!

    Reply
  14. KindredLive.com

    April 30, 2013 at 4:16 pm

    This looks amazing. Thanks for sharing. We found you at the Brag About It Blog Hop. We hope you will visit our little blog too at http://kindredlive.com. Holly

    Reply
  15. Maria

    April 30, 2013 at 7:25 pm

    Your chili looks wonderful! I just started making white chili too, and I think I'm starting to prefer it to the beef kind! Yours looks really good, thanks for sharing!

    Reply
  16. Kerry Fountain

    May 1, 2013 at 12:30 am

    Yum…..I bet my hubby and oldest would love your recipe with jalapenos in it, I can't take that much heat– Yes I am a wimp!

    Thanks for sharing on our Healthy Tuesdays Blog Hop.
    Kerry from Country Living On A Hill

    Reply
  17. Michelle

    May 1, 2013 at 2:23 am

    I've only made white chili a few times. I didn't use garbanzo beans. Wish I had–I like that idea! I also like this leaner-than-the-usual-beef type of chili. Maybe this is why you have that awesome red dress and I don't. Lol!

    Thanks for linking!

    Reply
  18. Becca Acker

    May 1, 2013 at 2:53 am

    This looks and sounds good, Evelyn. Thanks for sharing šŸ™‚

    Reply
  19. Holly McDonald

    May 1, 2013 at 6:27 pm

    Great sounding recipe and what an awesome picture! Thank you for spreading JOY and sharing at the Oh What a HAPPY Day party.

    Holly at Not Done Growing

    Reply
  20. Felissa Hadas

    May 3, 2013 at 5:11 am

    I eat a lot of Red Chili but never think about making White Chili. I am inspired now to come up with a vegetarian recipe for White Chili. Stopping by from Foodie Friday.

    Reply
  21. Jennifer Swandells

    May 3, 2013 at 9:05 am

    This looks absolutely wonderful, but there are too many things that I have never heard of and I don't know if I would be able to get them here (Scotland), so I will just drool over the picture. lol Thanks for sharing. Hugs, Jen šŸ™‚ x
    Krafty Keepsakes

    Reply
  22. Angel Allen

    May 3, 2013 at 7:32 pm

    Hello Evelyn
    This chili looks delicious. Thanks for sharing it at our Recipe Swap Hop.
    Angel @ sewcraftyangel.blogspot.com

    Reply
  23. Adelina Priddis

    May 4, 2013 at 12:51 am

    This looks yummy! Thanks for sharing on Foodie Friday

    Reply
  24. Lily

    May 4, 2013 at 1:50 pm

    5 stars
    It's so cold today in SA, I loved your chili! Evelyn!

    Reply
  25. The Tumbleweed Contessa

    May 4, 2013 at 1:56 pm

    This sounds really good! I am going to pin it for later.

    Reply
  26. Betsy

    May 4, 2013 at 6:43 pm

    This is a great recipe!

    Reply
  27. Charlene

    May 4, 2013 at 6:57 pm

    5 stars
    Gorgeous photo — could just dip a spoon right into the screen! Sounds yummy and perfect for Saturday night supper with snow in May! Thanks so much for sharing

    Reply
  28. Diane

    May 5, 2013 at 6:25 pm

    Looks delicious Evelyn. Hope you are having a wonderful Sunday sweet friend xxoo.

    Reply
  29. annie

    May 6, 2013 at 1:24 am

    5 stars
    gotta try this out! it looks so delicious and a nice change up from the regular chili i usually make!

    Reply
  30. Martha

    May 8, 2013 at 11:49 am

    5 stars
    This is delicious! Thank you for sharing

    Reply
  31. Connie

    May 11, 2013 at 1:13 am

    I love white chili but I have not seen a recipe before with Garbanzos. Hmmm, I will have to try it.

    Reply
  32. Bevin

    May 20, 2013 at 2:19 pm

    I love this white chili! I will pin this recipe to try!

    Reply
  33. Melissa

    January 12, 2014 at 9:21 pm

    5 stars
    This is so so yummy! I love this white chili recipe! =)

    Reply
  34. Carla

    April 20, 2018 at 4:46 pm

    Have you ever done this recipe in a crock pot? And if so how long do you leave it in there for? I can’t wait to try it!

    Reply
    • Evelyn

      April 21, 2018 at 3:30 pm

      If you brown everything in a dutch oven on top of the stove, you can move everything to a crockpot and cook for 4-6 hours on low or 2-3 hours on high. I have never tried it but this sounds like the perfect recipe for a crockpot

      Reply

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