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Easy White Chicken Chili Recipe: Quick & Healthy Comfort Food

This quick and easy white chicken chili is a lighter alternative to traditional red chili, featuring tender chicken, white beans, corn, and zesty green chilies. Ready in under 30 minutes, it's perfect for busy weeknights and delivers big flavor with minimal effort.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Ingredients
  • 1 lb chicken breast, cubed
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 can (4 oz) diced green chilies
  • 1 can (15 oz) white beans, drained
  • 1 can (15 oz) corn, drained
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon oregano
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • Juice of 1 lime

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add cubed chicken and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes.
  2. Add diced onion and garlic to the pot. Sauté until fragrant and translucent, about 3 minutes.
  3. Stir in green chilies, cumin, and oregano. Cook for another minute until spices are fragrant.
  4. Add white beans, corn, and chicken broth. Bring to a simmer.
  5. Reduce heat to low and let simmer for 15-20 minutes until chicken is cooked through and flavors meld.
  6. Stir in fresh cilantro and lime juice just before serving. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Notes

Time-Saver Tip: Use pre-cooked rotisserie chicken to cut cooking time in half. Creamier Texture: Stir in 1/4 cup of Greek yogurt or light sour cream at the end for a richer consistency. This chili freezes beautifully for up to 3 months.