When the weather turns chilly or you’re simply craving a hearty, nourishing meal, nothing hits the spot quite like a warm bowl of White Bean Chicken Chili. Unlike traditional red chili, this version is lighter in color but just as bold in flavor. It’s creamy, protein-rich, gently spiced, and packed with tender chicken and soft white beans.
Whether you’re cooking for a weeknight family dinner, meal prepping for the week, or hosting a casual gathering, this white bean chicken chili recipe is guaranteed to impress.
What Is White Bean Chicken Chili?
White Bean Chicken Chili is a comforting twist on classic chili. Instead of tomato-based broth and red kidney beans, this recipe uses:
- White beans (like cannellini or Great Northern)
- Shredded chicken
- Jalapeños
- A creamy base often enhanced with cream cheese or sour cream
The result? A thick, creamy, slightly spicy, and deeply satisfying dish that feels indulgent but is surprisingly wholesome.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- ✔️ One-pot meal
- ✔️ High in protein
- ✔️ Freezer-friendly
- ✔️ Ready in under 45 minutes
- ✔️ Perfect for meal prep
It’s lighter than traditional chili but still comforting and filling.
White Bean Chicken Chili
Ingredients
- 1 tbsp taco or fajita seasoning
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp chili powder
- 2 tbsp olive or avocado oil for frying
- Whole rotisserie chicken shredded and skin and bones removed
- 2 cans white beans northern or cannellini
- 3 cups of broth chicken broth or veggie broth
- 1 yellow onion diced
- 1 jalapeno seeded and minced
- 8 cloves garlic minced
- 1/4 cup cream cheese
- 1/3 cup nutritional yeast
- 1/4 cup salsa verde or green enchilada sauce
- 1 cup canned corn
Instructions
- To a large pot over medium heat, add the avocado oil.
- Once heated, add in the garlic, onions and jalapeño and sauté for 3-4 minutes.
- Next, Stir in your taco or fajita seasoning, ground cumin, salt and chili powder.
- Whisk in your broth. Whisking the broth helps to break up the spices.
- Lastly, add in the white beans, corn, nutritional yeast and shredded chicken.
- Slowly stir in the cream cheese and salsa verde.
- Let this simmer on low heat for 20 minutes before serving.
