Description
White Bean Chicken Chili is a creamy and delicious dish that combines tender chicken and hearty white beans with a blend of aromatic spices. Perfect for cozy evenings or gatherings, this chili offers warmth in every bite. Its ease of preparation and customizable ingredients make it a delightful meal, sure to impress family and friends alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 2 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 1 green bell pepper, chopped
- 2 cans (15 oz each) great northern or cannellini beans, drained
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 tsp cumin
- 2 tsp chili powder
- Salt to taste
- Olive oil for sautéing
Instructions
- Dice the onion and bell pepper, and mince the garlic.
- In a large pot over medium heat, drizzle olive oil. Add onion and bell pepper; sauté for about 5 minutes until tender.
- Stir in minced garlic, cumin, and chili powder; cook for another minute.
- Add chicken breasts and chicken broth; bring to a simmer. Cover and cook for 15-20 minutes until chicken is cooked through.
- Remove chicken, shred it with two forks, then return it to the pot with the drained beans. Stir well.
- Simmer for an additional 5 minutes to meld flavors. Adjust seasoning if needed.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 610mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 9g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 70mg