Cozy and Quick White Bean Chicken Chili
Ingredients
- 3 Tbsp. unsalted butter
- 2 Tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 medium onion
finely chopped
- 4 garlic cloves
thinly sliced
- 1 lb. ground chicken
preferably dark meat
- 1½ tsp. Diamond Crystal or 1 tsp. Morton kosher salt
plus more
- 1 tsp. chili powder
- 1 tsp. ground cumin
- ½ tsp. ground coriander
- Freshly ground pepper
- 2 4-oz. cans diced green chiles
- 2 15.5-oz. cans white beans
rinsed
- 3 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- Sliced avocado
sour cream, cilantro leaves, sliced jalapeños, corn chips, and lime wedges, for serving
Directions
- 1
Heat 3 Tbsp. unsalted butter and 2 Tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil in a large Dutch oven or other heavy pot over medium-high until butter is melted. Cook 1 medium onion, finely chopped, and 4 garlic cloves, thinly sliced, stirring occasionally, until onion is softened, 4–6 minutes. Add 1 lb. ground chicken, preferably dark meat, 1½ tsp. Diamond Crystal or 1 tsp. Morton kosher salt, 1 tsp. chili powder, 1 tsp. ground cumin, and ½ tsp. ground coriander; season with freshly ground pepper. Cook, stirring often and breaking up chicken with a wooden spoon, until combined and chicken is no longer pink, 3–4 minutes. Add two 4-oz. cans diced green chiles and cook, stirring often and continuing to break up chicken, until chicken is cooked through, 2–3 minutes.
- 2
Add two 15.5-oz. cans white beans, rinsed, and 3 cups low-sodium chicken broth to pot and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer, stirring occasionally and mashing some of the beans with spoon, until flavors are melded and chili is slightly thickened, 8–10 minutes. Taste and season with more salt and pepper if needed.
- 3
Divide chili among bowls and top with sliced avocado, sour cream, cilantro leaves, sliced jalapeños, and corn chips. Serve with lime wedges for squeezing over.
Cozy and Quick White Bean Chicken Chili
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About this Recipe
Craving a bowl of warm, comforting chili that doesn't take hours to prepare? This Cozy and Quick White Bean Chicken Chili is your perfect solution, delivering rich, satisfying flavors in a fraction of the time. What makes this chili truly special is its clever use of ground chicken and flavor-packed canned diced green chiles, ensuring deep flavor without a long simmer. But the real secret weapon? Mashing some of the white beans directly against the pot—a brilliant technique that naturally thickens the broth, giving it a luxurious body that feels like it simmered all day. Prepare yourself for a hearty, savory chili experience. You'll find tender ground chicken mingling with creamy white beans in a rich, subtly spiced broth. The aromatic foundation of butter, olive oil, onion, and garlic creates a wonderfully inviting aroma, while chili powder, cumin, and coriander lend a balanced warmth. The canned green chiles add a mild, earthy background note that makes each spoonful deeply comforting and truly delicious. This chili is wonderfully adaptable. While delicious with ground chicken, you can easily swap it for ground turkey for a similar lean protein. For a vegetarian take, use your favorite plant-based ground crumble and vegetable broth. Feel free to play with the heat level too; if you like more spice, a dash of cayenne pepper can be added with the other dried spices, or you can top with extra fresh jalapeños. This Cozy and Quick White Bean Chicken Chili is ideal for a busy weeknight meal or a casual gathering. Serve it piping hot with a generous spread of toppings: creamy sliced avocado, cool sour cream, fresh cilantro, crunchy corn chips, and bright lime wedges all complement its rich flavors beautifully.