Easy White Chicken Chili

Easy White Chicken Chili

This comforting white chicken chili is easy to make with hearty white beans, zesty seasonings, and rotisserie chicken. A favorite weeknight meal!

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 medium onion

    diced

  • 3 cloves garlic

    minced

  • 1 jalapeno

    minced

  • 30 ounces white beans

    rinsed and drained

  • 4 ounces diced green chiles
  • 3 to 4 cups chicken broth)

    (depending on how thick you want your chili

  • Juice of 1 lime
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 2 cups shredded rotisserie chicken)

    (or shredded cooked chicken

  • 1/3 cup chopped cilantro
  • Salt and black pepper
    to taste
  • Optional toppings: avocado slices

    shredded cheese, sour cream, cilantro

Directions

  1. 1

    In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium high heat. Cook the onion until translucent, about 3-4 minutes. Add in the garlic and jalapeno and cook for 2 more minutes.

  2. 2

    Add the white beans, green chiles, chicken broth, lime juice, cumin, chili powder, oregano, chicken, cilantro, salt, and pepper. Stir and let simmer on low heat for 15 minutes.

  3. 3

    Ladle chili into bowls and serve with desired toppings.

Easy White Chicken Chili

Easy White Chicken Chili

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About this Recipe

When you're craving a comforting bowl of chili but don't have hours to spare, this Easy White Chicken Chili recipe comes to the rescue. It’s a vibrant, satisfying meal perfect for a busy weeknight, delivering wholesome flavor without the fuss.

The secret to this chili's incredible speed and depth of flavor lies in using shredded rotisserie chicken, which significantly cuts down on cooking time. Paired with hearty white beans, zesty seasonings, and bright lime juice, it delivers a deeply satisfying experience with minimal effort.

Prepare for a rich, savory chili with tender pieces of chicken and creamy white beans, all bathed in a flavorful broth brightened by fresh lime juice and a gentle kick from minced jalapeno. The ground cumin, chili powder, and dried oregano create a warm, inviting aroma that fills your kitchen. This is a truly hearty yet fresh-tasting dish that feels both wholesome and utterly satisfying, designed for ease with only 10 minutes of prep and 20 minutes of cook time.

Easily make this chili your own by adjusting the amount of chicken broth for a thinner or thicker consistency. For a milder flavor, remove the seeds from the minced jalapeno, or for more heat, add an extra one. While rotisserie chicken is a fantastic time-saver, any shredded cooked chicken works wonderfully here. You can also experiment with different types of white beans if you have them on hand.

This chili is a fantastic centerpiece for any casual meal or gathering. Serve it warm with a generous sprinkling of fresh chopped cilantro, and don't forget your favorite toppings like creamy avocado slices, shredded cheese, or a dollop of sour cream for an extra layer of indulgence.

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