Award Winning White Chicken Chili Recipe
Discover the warmth and comfort of our Award Winning White Chicken Chili Recipe, a heartwarming dish that brings family and friends together. This creamy, savory chili blends tender chicken with white beans and a delightful array of spices, creating a satisfying meal that’s perfect for busy weeknights or special gatherings. It’s easy to prepare and sure to impress every palate, making it a must-try for chili lovers. With its rich flavors and kid-friendly appeal, this recipe is bound to become a favorite in your home.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 8
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking/Sautéing
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 pounds boneless skinless chicken breast halves
- 3 tablespoons olive oil, divided
- 2 tablespoons plus 2 teaspoons chile powder, divided
- 3 tablespoons cumin, divided
- 1 teaspoon salt, divided, plus more, to taste
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper or to taste
- 3 cups chopped onion (2 medium)
- 3 tablespoons minced garlic (4–5 large cloves)
- 3 15-ounce cans white beans, drained
- 2 4-ounce cans chopped green chiles (hot or mild)
- 2 teaspoons oregano
- 4–6 cups low-salt chicken broth
- 6 cups shredded cheese (half Monterey Jack, half cheddar), divided
- 2 cups sour cream, divided
- Chopped scallions for garnish
- Chopped cilantro leaves for garnish
- Your favorite hot sauce for garnish
- Sour cream for garnish
- Shredded cheddar or Monterey Jack cheese for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350ºF. Roast chicken breasts with olive oil and spices for about 30 minutes. Shred or cut into pieces.
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté onions and garlic until tender. Add beans, shredded chicken, chilies, spices, and broth. Simmer for 20 minutes.
- Stir in cheese and sour cream off heat until melted.
- Serve hot with garnishes like scallions, cilantro, or hot sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 990mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 110mg