Description
White Chicken Chili is a comforting, creamy delight that warms the soul with every spoonful. This easy-to-make dish features tender chicken, flavorful cannellini beans, and zesty lime, creating a perfect balance of taste and texture. Ideal for cozy evenings or gatherings, it brings everyone together around the table, making it a recipe worth cherishing.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 1 can (15 oz) cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 green bell pepper, diced
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tsp cumin
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- ½ cup sour cream
- Juice of 1 lime
- Cilantro (optional)
Instructions
- Prep the ingredients by dicing the onion and bell pepper, rinsing the beans, and mincing the garlic.
- In a large pot over medium heat, add olive oil. Once hot, add seasoned chicken breasts and cook until golden brown.
- Add the onion and bell pepper; sauté until the onion is translucent.
- Stir in cumin and garlic. Pour in chicken broth and add cannellini beans. Bring to a gentle simmer.
- Cook uncovered for about 20 minutes until slightly thickened. Stir occasionally.
- Remove from heat; mix in sour cream and lime juice. Adjust seasoning as needed before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (about 1.5 cups)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 75mg