Quick White Chili

Warm up with a hearty bowl of Quick White Chili, a comforting, one-pot dinner perfect for busy weeknights! This recipe combines tender shredded chicken, creamy white beans, and zesty green chilies in a rich, flavorful broth seasoned with cumin, chili powder, and oregano. With just 10 minutes of prep time and a short simmer, you can have a satisfying meal on the table in under 30 minutes. Customize this chili with optional heavy cream for added creaminess, or garnish with fresh cilantro and shredded cheese for a vibrant, indulgent finish. Whether you're craving a cozy meal or need an easy crowd-pleaser, this Quick White Chili delivers big flavor with minimal effort.

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 medium Onion, diced
• 3 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
• 2 cups Cooked chicken, shredded or diced
• 2 15-ounce cans Canned white beans (e.g., Great Northern or cannellini), drained and rinsed
• 4 cups Chicken broth
• 1 4-ounce can Canned diced green chilies
• 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon Chili powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Dried oregano
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.5 cup Heavy cream (optional for creaminess)
• 0.25 cup Fresh cilantro, chopped (optional for garnish)
• 0.5 cup Shredded cheese (optional for topping)

Directions

Step 1

Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the diced onion and cook until softened, about 3-4 minutes.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute, until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the shredded or diced cooked chicken, white beans, chicken broth, and diced green chilies to the pot. Stir to combine.

Step 5

Season with ground cumin, chili powder, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. Stir well.

Step 6

Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat to low. Simmer for 10-15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.

Step 7

For a creamier consistency, stir in the heavy cream during the last 5 minutes of cooking.

Step 8

Taste and adjust seasonings as needed.

Step 9

Serve warm in bowls and garnish with chopped fresh cilantro and shredded cheese, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1768.6 grams (1768.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1836

Total Fat 106.60g	137%
Saturated Fat 48.20g	241%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 600mg	200%
Sodium 4274mg	186%
Total Carbohydrate 25.60g	9%
Dietary Fiber 5.90g	21%
Total Sugars 5.50g
Protein 179.50g	359%

Vitamin D 12IU	60%
Calcium 732mg	56%
Iron 13mg	71%
Potassium 2692mg	57%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 53.9%

Protein: 40.3%

Carbs: 5.8%